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Gransil™ EPSQ is a versatile product with functions spanning thickening, flattening, sebum regulation, and viscosity modification. Gransil EPSQ emerges as a hybrid silicone composite powder, ingeniously composed of two interlacing polymer networks: polydimethylsiloxane and polymethylsilsesquioxane (PMSQ). The unique feature lies in their interwoven yet non-covalently bonded molecular-scale arrangement. This product elevates the esthetics of formulations, offering a cost-effective alternative for obtaining elastomer gel-like effects, ultimately transitioning into a matte appearance with a powdery after-feel. Its potential applications encompass skincare, color cosmetics, sun care, and hair care formulations.

INCI Name: Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

Functions: Matting Agent, Sebum Regulator, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Plant-Based, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Aesthethic Enhancement, Blurring Effect, Cost Effective, Cushioning Effect, Effective Oil Absorbent, Improved Thickness, Mattifying Effect, Oil Control, Powdery Feel, Sebum Absorption, Sebum Control, Smooth Feel, Smoothing

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Elastomer Powder Key Benefits
  • High performing hybrid elastomer powder
  • Consists of two interlacing polymer networks of polydimethylsiloxane and polymethylsilsesquioxane
  • Elastomer network offers strong sebum absorption and oil control
  • Provides enhanced esthetics to formulations
  • Delivers excellent smooth characteristics
  • Soft cushioning effect with enhanced thickening compared to Gransil EP-LS
  • Cost-effective alternative to obtaining elastomer gel feel
  • Disperse in silicone or low viscosity hydrocarbon oils at suggested ratios
  • Transformation into matte appearance with powdery after feel
  • Oil thickening effect in formulation

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Sun Care Applications
Treatment Product Applications
Formulations Guidelines
  • Can be formulated into oil-in-water emulsions, water-in-oil emulsions and anhydrous systems
  •  Dispersible in a variety of oils with high shear process
  • Add to the oil phase of all emulsion types; suggested use level of 2-10%
  • Will act as a thickening agent for emulsions and anhydrous systems

Properties

Appearance
Off-white powder
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Arsenic Contentmax. 2ppm-
Heavy Metalsmax. 20ppm
Non-Volatile Matter (105°C, 1.5g, 3hrs, Gravity Oven)99.00 – 100wt%-

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

20kg bags