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Silicone Film Formers

Silicone film formers create durable, migration-resistant polymer films that improve wash-off resistance and extend wear, making them widely used in transfer-resistant lipsticks.
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Silicone film formers are cosmetic raw materials designed for the personal care and cosmetics manufacturing industry, which form polymeric films on skin surfaces after application. These materials support formula longevity by reducing migration and improving wash-off resistance, suitable for use in color cosmetics and protective skincare products. The product line includes both solid powder and liquid forms, compatible with different formulation systems to meet varied commercial production needs.

Silicone Film Former Technical Specifications

INCI Name

Model No.

Film Formers  (%)

Appearance

Viscosity  (25℃, cs)

Relative Density  (25℃)

Product Features and Applications

Trimethylsiloxysilicate

2-100

100

White solid powder

-

0.6

It forms a film on the skin, thereby enhancing the product's water resistance and wear resistance.

Cyclopentasiloxane and Trimethylsiloxysilicate

2-110

50

Colorless clear liquid

200

1.05

It forms a rapid film on the skin with excellent slip feel, long-lasting performance and anti-migration properties.

Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate

2-120

60

Colorless clear liquid

600

1.07

It forms a film on the skin with excellent slip feel and long-lasting performance properties.

Isododecane and Trimethylsiloxysilicate

2-130

60

Colorless clear liquid

30

0.98

It forms a rapid film on the skin with excellent slip feel, long-lasting performance and anti-migration properties.

Key Features

Film Formation and Long-Wear Performance

Silicone film formers create polymeric films on the skin surface. These films can help improve the water resistance and wear resistance of finished cosmetic products, supporting longer-lasting appearance and performance.

Rapid Film Formation, Slip and Anti-Migration

Selected liquid grades provide rapid film formation, smooth slip, and anti-migration performance. These characteristics can help support comfortable application while reducing smudging and transfer during wear.

Powder and Liquid Formulation Options

The series includes a 100% solid-powder grade and liquid grades with different silicone or hydrocarbon carrier systems. This gives formulators options for selecting the required film-former concentration, viscosity, sensory profile, and formulation compatibility.

Applications and Formulation Notes

Color Cosmetics

Silicone film formers can be used in transfer-resistant lipsticks, liquid foundations, and long-wear eyeliners. The polymeric film can help retain pigments on the skin, reduce smudging and transfer, and support a more consistent appearance during wear.

Select the liquid carrier system according to the base formula, desired viscosity, drying behavior, and target sensory profile.

Sunscreens and Protective Skincare Products

These materials can also be used in compatible sunscreen and protective skincare formulations. They can help create a water-resistant film and support more even distribution of compatible active ingredients on the skin.

Final compatibility, sensory performance, stability, and water-resistance performance should be evaluated in the finished formulation.

Packaging, Storage & Handling

Packaging Options

Silicone film formers are available in 25 kg and 200 kg plastic drums to accommodate different commercial production scales.

Storage and Shelf Life

Store the product in its original sealed packaging below 30 °C. Under the recommended storage conditions, the shelf life is 24 months from the production date.

Handling and Transport

According to the current product information, Silicone Film Formers are classified as non-dangerous goods and can generally be transported through ordinary cargo channels. For handling guidance, final transport classification, and destination-specific shipping requirements, confirm the latest SDS before shipment.

FAQs

What functions do silicone film formers serve in cosmetic products?

They form durable polymeric films on the skin that improve wash-off durability and reduce migration, extending the overall wear time of finished cosmetic products.

Can silicone film formers be used in transfer-resistant lipstick formulas?

Yes, these materials are widely used in the production of transfer-resistant lipsticks, supported by their rapid film formation and pigment retention properties.

What packaging sizes are available for bulk commercial orders?

Standard bulk packaging includes 25KG and 200KG plastic drums, designed for safe handling and transport in commercial supply chains.

What storage temperature maintains silicone film former stability?

Storing the material in original sealed packaging at temperatures strictly below 30°C supports optimal chemical stability.

How long is the shelf life of properly stored silicone film formers?

When stored according to the specified guidelines, the materials maintain a shelf life of 24 months from the production date.

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