Gilugel S I L 5 - Elementis - Emulsion Stabilizer

Identification & Functionality

Carrier: Cyclohexasiloxane,
Cyclopentasiloxane
INCI Name: Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Emulsion Stabilizer,
Stabilizer,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Rheology Modifiers,
Stabilizers

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights: The quality of an emulsion is primarily determined by the composition of the oil phase. The oils and esters used, particularly for W/O emulsions, should be chosen for their suitability to the application area. For light emulsions it is recommended to use light oils and esters with good spreadability. Emulsions are normally stabilized with waxes, which tend to have an unpleasant, sticky skin feel. Stabilizing emulsions with Gilugel® avoids this problem.

Gilugel® SIL5 acts in the oil phase as an emulsion stabilizer and thickener. Application levels between 5 and 15% are recommended, depending on the viscosity required.

Gilugel® SIL5 is a gel based on the inorganic pharmaceutical active, Hydrotalcite, gelled in Cyclomethicone

Applications & Uses

Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Water Content	max. 2	%	—
Heavy metal Content	max. 30	ppm	—
Aluminium-Magnesium- Hydroxide-Stearate	17 - 23	%	—
Hydroxide-Stearate	17 - 23	%	—
Aluminium Content	0,9 - 1,2	%	—
Magnesium Content	2,4 - 3,4	%	—
Density	0,95 - 1,05	%	—
Cyclomethicone	78 - 80	%	—

Packaging & Availability

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling: The material is stable for 3 years when stored at room temperature in the original, unopened containers.

Gilugel® S I L 5