MIRASIL™ DM 10

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Silicones

Chemical Name

Polydimethylsiloxane

INCI Name

Dimethicone

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Emollient,

Softener

CAS No.

9006-65-9

EC No.

618-433-4

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Conditioners & Emollients,

Sensory Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Compatibility,

Dry Feel,

Enhanced Slip,

Excellent Softness,

Frizz Control,

High Temperature Resistance,

Imparts Lubricity,

Low Viscosity,

Non-Tacky,

Skin Protection,

Smooth Feel,

Spreadability,

Sun Protection,

Volatile,

Waterproof

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

Non-Flammable,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Key Benefits

• Offers smooth, light, soft and dry feel.
• Enhances spreadability and rub-out.
• Improve slip.
• Imparts lubricity.
• Provides frizz control.

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

AP/Deo,

Hair Care,

Skin Care,

Sun Care

Application Format

Creams,

Gel,

Leave On,

Lotions,

Rinse Off

AP/Deo Applications

Antiperspirants,

Deodorants

Hair Care Applications

Shaving Foam,

Shaving Lotions

Skin Care Applications

Body Cream,

Body Lotion,

Make Up Remover,

Moisturizers,

Shaving Foam,

Shaving Lotion

Sun Care Applications

After Sun Products

Use Level

0.5 - 10%

Recommended Use Levels

• Skin care - Creams and lotions: Recommended use levels 0.5–2% for a soft feel and 5–10% for a protecting effect.
• Deodorants and antiperspirants: Recommended use levels 0.5–2% for detackification.
• Make up removers, shaving lotions and shaving foams: Recommended use levels 0.5 – 2%.
• Sun products: Protection and waterproof effect - Recommended use levels 1-10%.

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance

Colorless liquid

Odor

Essentially odorless

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Acidity	max. 10	μg KOH/g	—
Flash Point	min. 180	°C	Open Cup
Fluorescence for Mineral Oils	max. 0.10	mg/kg	—
Heavy Metals Content	max. 2	μg/g	—
OH Content	max. 150	μg/g	—
Phenyl Compounds	max. 0.25	DO	—
Specific Gravity	approx. 0.935	g/cm3	—
Viscosity (at 25°C)	approx. 10	mm2/s	—

Solubility of MIRASIL™ DM 10 with Various Cosmetic Ingredients

Type of Material	1:9*	5:5	9:1
Water	I	I	I
Hydrocarbons	1:9*	5:5	9:1
Isododecane	S	S	S
Mineral Oil	S	S	S
Alcohols & Glycols	1:9*	5:5	9:1
Ethanol	S	S	S
Glycerin	I	I	I
Dipropylene Glycol	I	I	I
Propylene Glycol	I	I	I
Octyldodecanol	S	I	S
Oils	1:9*	5:5	9:1
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil	I	I	I
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil	I	I	I
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil	I	I	I
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil	I	I	I
Simmondsia Chinesis (Jojoba) Seed Oil	I	I	I
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil	I	I	I
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil	I	I	I
Waxes	1:9*	5:5	9:1
Beeswax	I	I	I
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax	I	I	I
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax	I	I	I
Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax	I	I	I
Esters	1:9*	5:5	9:1
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate	S	I	S
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride	S	S	S
Isopropyl Myristate	S	S	S
Isopropyl Palmitate	S	S	S
Ethylhexyl Palmitate	S	S	S
Silicones	1:9*	5:5	9:1
CM5 (Cyclopentasiloxane)	S	S	S
CAPRYLYL TSO (Caprylyl Methicone)	S	S	S
DM 350 (350cSt.Dimethicone)	S	S	S
ADM 403 (Amodimethicone)	S	S	S
ADMH 395 (Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone)	S	S	S
C-DML (Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Dimethiconol)	S	S	S
PTM (Phenyl Trimethicone)	S	S	S

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Drums,

Totes (IBC)

Packaging Information

MIRASIL™ DM 10 is available in

• Drum of 190 KG (418.95 LB)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

18 months

Storage & Shelf Life

When stored in its original packaging:

MIRASIL™ DM 10 may be stored at temperatures between -20°C / -4°F and 50°C / 122°F for up to 18 months from its date of manufacturing.