SF96® 100 silicone fluids are polydimethylsiloxanes ranging from low to medium viscosity. They are available in 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 350, 500 and 1000 centistokes at 25C (77F). As viscosity increases, they become substantive emollients and have different sensory profiles especially in absorbency, spreadability, smoothness, oiliness and tackiness parameters. Higher viscosity dimethicones have a greater perception of absorbency, smoothness and tackiness, but a lower perception of spreadability and oiliness.

INCI Name: Dimethicone

Ingredient Origin: Synthetic

Functions: Anti-Foaming Agent, Emollient, Occlusive, Protective Agent

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
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Ingredient Origin
CAS No.
63148-62-9, 9006-65-9, 9016-00-6

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Properties

Appearance
Clear liquid
Insoluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flash Pointmin. 281°C
Refractive Index1.4005-1.4045
Silicone Content0.995
Specific Gravity0.962-0.970
Viscosity (25°C)95-105

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