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Volatile Silicone Fluids

Volatile silicone fluids evaporates quickly and dries rapidly after application, leaving no greasy residue on the skin or hair, making it particularly suitable for oily skin or for use in the summer.
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Volatile silicone fluids are a series of silicone-based materials formulated for personal care and cosmetic formulation use. These materials exhibit evaporation properties at room temperature, drying after application without leaving heavy greasy residue on skin or hair. They are suitable for formulating lightweight products for oily skin types or warm-weather use.

This product line includes multiple grades with different chemical structures, including linear siloxanes, cyclic siloxanes, and alkyl-modified siloxanes. Each grade has specific viscosity, flash point and volatility characteristics to adapt to different formulation requirements. All grades are produced to meet cosmetic raw material quality specifications.

Volatile Silicone Fluids Technical Specifications

INCI Name

Model No.

Viscosity  (25℃, cs)

Flash Point  (℃)

Relative Density  (25℃)

Product Features and Applications

Disiloxane

1-201-0.65

0.65

-3.3

0.76

Excellent cosmetic solvent that can quickly evaporate to make the skin feel cool.

Trisiloxane

1-201-1

1

30

0.818

Dimethicone

1-201-1.5

1.5

63

0.852

With similar volatility to D5, it offers soft and silky skin feel, and can make the skin feel cool without evaporation.

1-201-2

2

80

0.873

Cyclopenta Siloxane

1-201-C5

4

77

0.956

Used in various skin care, hair care and cosmetics products, it has excellent moisturizing property, make the skin feel cool without evaporation.

Cyclohexa Siloxane

1-201-C6

7

124

0.96

Methyl Trimethicone

1-300

1.5

64

0.85

With faster volatility and lower freezing point,it can replace D5, moisturizes the skin while keeping it dry, provides a smooth and non-cumulative finish.

Caprylyl Methicone

1-301

2.8

110

0.83

With wider compatibility,it can replace D5 to improve pigment dispersion.With excellent cleaning effect,it can be used as transparent formula.

Key Features

Evaporation Rate and Sensory Profile

Grades with higher volatility evaporate quickly after application, creating a cooling sensation on the skin. Lower volatility grades evaporate at a slower rate, leaving a silky skin feel. Controlled evaporation supports even drying of formulations, reducing tacky or sticky after-feel.

Formulation Compatibility

These silicone materials are compatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients. The Caprylyl Methicone grade supports pigment dispersion in color cosmetic formulations. They can be incorporated into both emulsion and anhydrous systems, supporting the development of stable, transparent formulations.

Skin Feel and Residue Properties

These fluids impart a soft, silky skin feel after application, with no heavy greasy residue. They do not leave visible buildup on skin or hair, supporting a clean, matte surface appearance. This property makes them suitable for daily-use leave-on products.

Applications and Formulation Notes

Skincare and Sun Care Formulations

Volatile silicone fluids are used in facial moisturizers, serums and sun protection products. They support even distribution of active ingredients and UV filters, while reducing the heavy texture of traditional formulations. They are commonly selected for products formulated for oily or combination skin types.

Hair Care and Styling Products

In hair care formulations, these fluids are used in serums, hair oils and conditioning sprays. They spread easily across hair strands to smooth the hair cuticle and support detangling. After application, they leave hair with a shiny appearance without weighed-down texture.

Packaging, Storage & Handling

Packaging Options

Volatile silicone fluids are available in 20 kg plastic drums and 160 kg plastic drums to meet different commercial procurement and production requirements.

Storage and Shelf Life

Store the product in its original sealed packaging in a cool environment 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, volatile silicone fluids are classified as non-dangerous goods and can generally be transported under ordinary cargo conditions. For handling guidance, final transport classification, and destination-specific shipping requirements, please confirm the latest SDS before shipment.

FAQs

What is the shelf life of volatile silicone fluids?

When stored below 30°C in original sealed packaging, these silicone fluids remain stable for 24 months from production.

Can custom viscosity specifications be provided?

Yes. Custom manufacturing options are available to meet specific viscosity and formulation requirements for commercial production needs.

Are these materials classified as dangerous goods for transport?

No. These materials are classified as non-dangerous goods, and can be shipped under standard ordinary cargo transport conditions.

Which skin types are compatible with volatile silicone fluids?

The fast-drying, non-greasy properties of these fluids make them suitable for formulations targeted at oily skin types, and for lightweight cosmetics intended for warm-weather use.

What bulk packaging options are available?

These silicone products are supplied in 20KG and 160KG plastic drums, suitable for industrial and commercial scale production.

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