silicone adjuvant

SILICONE ADJUVANT FOR PERSONAL CARE AND COSMETICS

In the personal care and cosmetics industry, silicone adjuvants have emerged as a pivotal innovation engine driving product development. This multifunctional ingredient leverages its unique chemical structure to significantly enhance formulation performance—improving the even spreadability of sun care products, enhancing the long-lasting wear of color cosmetics, boosting the combing smoothness of hair care formulations, and imparting a velvety lightweight texture to skincare products. Its core value lies in delivering multiple benefits at minimal dosage: effectively reducing surface tension, improving active ingredient stability, and forming breathable protective films to enhance product functionality. Compared to conventional additives, silicone additives demonstrate superior cost-effectiveness, delivering 3-5 times the performance return per unit added. Whether developing lightweight emulsions, oil-control cosmetics, or water-resistant sun protection, this additive provides tailored solutions for formulators. Choosing silicone additives represents a strategic decision to simultaneously enhance product performance, reduce production costs, and strengthen market competitiveness—making it an indispensable technological partner in modern cosmetic development.

Basic Product Information

• Product Name: Silicone Adjuvant
• Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow transparent oily liquid.

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

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Physical Properties

• Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow transparent liquid
• Viscosity: 25-35 mPa·s (fully customizable across the range)
• Solubility: Easily soluble in water and common cosmetic bases (e.g., oils, alcohols)
• Stability: High temperature resistance (-40°C to 200°C), broad pH tolerance (3–11)

Chemical Properties

• Active Groups: Combination of polyether segments and siloxane bonds, offering both hydrophilicity and a silky feel
• Compatibility: Highly compatible with emulsifiers, thickeners, and active ingredients
• Safety: Non-toxic, passes ISO 10993 skin irritation test, compliant with EU Cosmetic Regulation EC 1223/2009

Product Functions

• Lightweight Lubrication:

Reduces friction coefficient, imparts a silky skin feel, and avoids the heaviness of traditional silicone oils.

• Enhanced Moisturization:

Forms a breathable protective film to lock in moisture, improving the long-lasting hydration of skincare products.

• Anti-Static Properties:

Reduces hair frizz, enhances combability, and is particularly suitable for hair care formulations.

• Emulsion Stabilization:

Acts as an auxiliary emulsifier to promote stable bonding of oil-water phases, extending product shelf life.

• Improved Spreadability:

Enhances even spreading of creams and sunscreens on the skin, minimizing the “pilling” phenomenon.

Applications

Core Advantages

Market Value

Core Performance Value Propositions

• Exceptional Surface Activity

Ultra-low surface tension (21–23 mN/m)

Critical micelle concentration (CMC) <0.01 wt%

Dynamic surface tension decay time <50 ms

• Unique Rheological Properties

Thixotropic recovery rate >95%

Viscosity-temperature coefficient <0.01 Pa·s/°C

• Superior Formulation Stability

Broad pH tolerance (2–12)

Electrolyte resistance (NaCl >20%)

Oxidation stability (H₂O₂ tolerance >5%)

Market Drivers Analysis

• Consumer Upgrade Demand

High-end product penetration grows 12–15% annually

Asia-Pacific CAGR reaches 18–22%

Functional claims enable 30–50% price premium

• Technology Innovation

Annual patent filings for molecular structures increase by 25%

R&D investment in novel modification technologies accounts for 8–12%

Surge in demand for formulation compatibility solutions

• Regulatory Shifts

EU Cosmetic Regulation amendments expand restricted substance lists

Implementation of China’s Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation

Rising requirements for sustainability certifications (e.g., ECOCERT)

Technology Development Trends

• Green Chemistry

Target 30% substitution with bio-based raw materials

50% reduction in process carbon footprint

Biodegradable structural design

• Smart Material Development

Environmentally responsive (pH/temperature) systems

Enhanced self-assembly properties

Active ingredient delivery systems

• Digital Empowerment

Adoption of molecular simulation technologies

Upgraded smart manufacturing capabilities

Quality traceability system implementation

Experimental Data & Case Studies

Experimental Data

Typical Application Cases

• Lightweight Hydrating Cream

Customer Pain Points: Traditional silicones caused pore clogging, inadequate long-lasting hydration.

Solution: Replaced mineral oil with 2% BY-N408.

Results:

User satisfaction increased from 72% → 94% (refreshing skin feel).

48-hour hydration test data improved by 40%.

• Anti-Frizz Conditioner

Formulation: 3% BY-N408 blended with cationic conditioning agents.

Results:

Combability score: 4.8/5 (vs. original 3.5).

Static adsorption reduced by 90%.

Preparation Process, Core Technologies, and Precautions

Preparation Process

• Catalytic Addition Reaction System:

Pt-Rh bimetallic catalyst (Pt/Rh = 5:1)

Microreactor continuous flow process (holdup volume <50 mL)

Photocatalytic assistance (UV wavelength 365 nm)

• Raw Material Ultra-Purification:

Molecular sieve adsorption to remove D4/D5 (residual <10 ppm)

Supercritical fluid extraction (CO₂, 35 MPa)

Low-temperature fractional crystallization (-20°C to -40°C gradient)

• Nanoemulsification Process:

High-pressure microfluidization (200–300 MPa)

Phase inversion temperature control (PIT method)

Multi-layered emulsion structure (W/O/W type)

Key Core Technologies

• Precise Molecular Weight Control:

Living anionic polymerization technology

Real-time GPC online monitoring

Chain transfer agent precise dosing system

• Functional Longevity Technology:

Microencapsulated sustained-release system (particle size 100–300 nm)

Siloxane network self-crosslinking

Fibronectin biomimetic anchoring

• Stability Enhancement Technology:

Antioxidant composite system (BHT + rosemary extract)

Ionic liquid stabilizers

Nanoclay protective layer

Advanced Process Control Technologies

• Smart Manufacturing System:

Online FTIR quality monitoring

Digital twin reaction optimization

Automated filling production line

• Critical Parameter Control:

Viscosity fluctuation range: ±3%

Surface tension deviation: <0.5 mN/m

Particle size distribution PDI: <0.1

• Quality Control System:

ICP-MS metal ion detection (<10 ppb)

GC-MS volatile compound analysis

MALDI-TOF molecular weight confirmation

Precautions

• Storage Conditions:

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.

Avoid direct sunlight and high temperatures. Recommended storage temperature: 5–35°C.

• Contamination Prevention:

Protect from moisture, impurities, and microbial contamination during storage and use.

Use promptly after opening and ensure airtight packaging.

• Compatibility Testing:

Despite BY-N408‘s excellent compatibility, conduct small-scale compatibility tests before full formulation use to avoid adverse reactions with other ingredients.

Packaging & Ordering

Packaging: 200kg/1000kg plastic drums (customizable).