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Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Composition
Linear, high molecular weight, poly(ethylene oxide) polymers
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Key Attributes
- Excellent friction reduction
- Slippery and lubricious in-wash feel
- Smooth after feel
- Foam density improvement
- Synergistic boost in conditioning when used with UCARE™ and SoftCAT™
- Conditioning Polymers
- Improved tactile properties of water phase and overall esthetics
- Transforming Textures Benefits
- Wet/dry combing
- Soft-touch styling
- Volume
- Frizz control
- Customizable conditioning
- Sebum absorption
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Formulating Tips
- The relative ease of dissolving FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers directly in water depends on three factors: (a) rate of viscosity buildup (which is a function of solution concentration and molecular weight), (b) particle size, and (c) type of agitation employed. The underlying factor, once again, is to obtain good polymer dispersion before the solution viscosity builds to a point where it is no longer possible to disperse additional resin without high shear. This is best accomplished by adding the FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers at just the “right” rate of addition. If you add it too slowly, the viscosity will build too rapidly, and you will not be able to add the rest of the resin. On the other hand, if you add the resin too rapidly, it will clump up and not dissolve.
- Solutions of FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers can be prepared by direct addition of the dry resin to water using a marine-type propeller. These stirrers create a large vortex with only moderate shear. Stir rapidly to create a vortex initially (about 600 rpm), sprinkle in FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers at just the “right” rate, and then decrease the rpm to about 60. Continue stirring for 30–60 minutes until the solution appears homogeneous. In this way, as the viscosity increases, the shear degradation will be minimal.
- FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers can undergo chain cleavage via auto-oxidation. Therefore, these products will degrade to lower molecular weight hence lower solution viscosity. Variables such as time, elevated temperature, and exposure to oxygen can impact the rate at which these polymers degrade. The rate of degradation is also dependent on the grade. Higher molecular weight grades are more sensitive than the lower molecular weight grades. The rate of auto-oxidation can be minimized through the addition of antioxidants and by controlling storage conditions. FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers are supplied with a typical range of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) content from 50 to 1000 ppm.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Typical Properties
- Note
- 1 DOWM: Dow Test Method.
- 2 Based on rheological measurements. Molecular weights obtained by other methods, including light scattering and gel permeation chromatography, may not be directly compatible.
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Viscosity (at 25°C, Brookfield RVF, Spindle 1, 2 rpm, 5% Aqueous Solution) | 2250 - 4500 | cPs | DOWM 101962 |
| pH (at 25°C, 5% aqueous solution) | 8.0 - 10.0 | — | DOWM 102175 |
| Loss on Drying | 0.0 - 1.0 | wt % | DOWM 102188 |
| Alkali Earth Metals | 0.0 - 1.0 | wt % | DOWM 102225 |
| Silicon Dioxide Content | 0.8 - 3 | wt % | DOWM 101992 |
| Ash Content | 0.00 - 3.00 | wt % | Current USP |
| Butylated Hydroxytoluene | 100 - 1000 | ppm wt | DOWM 102192 |
| Particle Size (Through 10 mesh, max. 2000 microns) | min. 100 | % | DOWM 102261 |
| Particle Size (Through 20 mesh, max. 841 micron) | 96 - 100 | % | DOWM 102261 |
| Molecular Weight² | 400000 | g/mol | — |
| Molecular Weight² | 400000.0 | g/mol | — |
| BHT | 100 - 1000 | ppm wt | DOWM 102192 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Technical Details & Test Data
- Product Suggestions
- Mechanism of Action
Lubricity
The turbulence of flowing water increases drag. Adding FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers to water decreases hydrodynamic drag by altering the dynamics at the interface between the water and the surface with which it is in contact. The linear structure of the FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers allows the molecule to stretch. When a solution containing FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers is subjected to greater and greater linear forces (known as laminar flow), the FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers extend and stretch in solution. The resultant increase in the length of the FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers removes energy from the flowing system to decrease the building turbulence that accompanies the mounting force of the flowing solution. The overall effect is that the entire solution flows more smoothly.
Foam Stabilization
FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers, although nonionic, are slightly electronegative. This is due to the lone pair of electrons in the ether oxygen present in the chemical structure of FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers. This slight negativity allows the resin to associate with the counter ions (i.e. Na or NH3) of the surfactant and the hydrogens in the water molecules to strengthen the foam bubble structure, and thus provide additional stabilization. Since a single molecule of the FOAMYSENSE™ Polymers is interacting with many surfactant molecules present in the surface layer, it helps bind them together electrochemically.
- Frizz-taming Power of DOWSIL(TM) CB-3046 Fluid
Introducing the Dow Frizz Index (F.I.)
Dow has developed a test method to quantify frizziness independent of hair volume/shape. Naturally frizzy hair is prewashed, treated, blow-dried, straightened with hot plates and photographed before being placed in a humidity chamber. Pictures taken at specified intervals to monitor the evolution of tress appearance over time.
DOWSIL™ CB-3046 Fluid enables superior frizz control vs. current solutions
Figure 1: Frizz control in water-based products
Procedure: Caucasian frizzy hair treated with Anti-Frizz Hydro Serum (Dow CPF 1968); formulation applied on wet hair, which was then brushed, blow-dried and hot-ironed; time lapse: 3 hours at 90% relative humidity, 25°C. Statistical significance (95% confidence level): F.I. D < C = B = A. Lower F.I. indicates better frizz control.
Figure 2: Frizz control on frizzy, unruly Caucasian curly hair
Procedure: Slightly bleached Caucasian curly hair treated with AntiFrizz Hydro Serum; formulation applied on wet hair, which was then air-dried; time lapse: 3 hours
Increased friction from treatment with DOWSIL(TM) CB-3046 Fluid helps hair stay in place.
Figure 3: Enhanced stylability
Procedure: Caucasian frizzy hair treated with Anti-Frizz Hydro Serum. Statistical significance at 95% confidence level.
Figure 4: Enhanced shine
Procedure: Products applied to Caucasian slightly bleached hair; change in luster measured using light-scattering image analysis (SAMBA(TM) Hair System). Statistical significance at 99.9% confidence level.
Figure 5: Protection from heat damage
Procedure: Each product was applied to 6 slightly bleached tresses; exposed to 130-240°C for 2 minutes, 10 seconds; tresses were then wet and combed, and broken hair was weighed. Statistical significance at 95% confidence level.
- Transforming Textures for Hair Care
The Zen Conditioner Bar (CPF 4005)
Enhanced Volume
Better volume compared to a commercial benchmark, control and untreated.
- Treatment: 0.1 g / g applied on slightly bleached hair
- Control: formulation without SoftCAT(TM) SX-400X and FOAMYSENSE(TM) N3000 Polymer Measured using a Bolero Bossa Nova
Treated and Untreated
Up to 51% increase in volume vs. untreated
Wet Combing
Up to 76% improved wet combing compared to the commercial benchmark and 34% compared to the control bar.
- Treatment: 0.1 g / g applied on slightly bleached hair
- Control: Formulation without SoftCAT(TM) SX-400X & FOAMYSENSE(TM) N3000 Polymer Measured using an Instron tensile instrument
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging Information
Product is sold in 140 lb bags.
Storage & Handling
- Usable Life and Storage
Product should be stored in a dry location at a temperature of less than 40°C (104°F).