SilSense® SW-12 Dimethicone Copolyol Ester
INCI Name:
Dimethicone PEG-7 Cocoate
SilSense® SW-12 silicone is a dimethicone copolyol ester that is formed through the esterification of coconut fatty acid with dimethicone copolyol.
SilSense SW-12 silicone is a water-soluble liquid wax ester created by the reaction of coco fatty acid with an alkyloxy-modified polydimethylsiloxane. SilSense SW-12 silicone is an easy-to-formulate product which may be used to impart the conditioning benefits of silicone to personal care products without contributing to greasiness or build-up that is normally associated with water-insoluble silicone fluids.
Features:
- Nonionic water soluble
- Surfactant properties
- Co-emulsifier for oil-in-water emulsions
- Non-greasy
- Reduces tack
- Improves slip
- Pro-foaming
Benefits:
- Useful in clear systems
- Reduces emulsion particle size / stabilizes emulsions
- Adds emolliency and conditioning to emulsion systems
- Improved application properties of skin care products
- Improves spreading and coverage of products
- Enhances conditioning in salt-thickened shampoos and body washes
SilSense® SW-12 silicone is recommended for hand sanitizer gels.