Mingyi silicone（anhui）co,.ltd
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Product Overview
IOTA 56A is a low-viscosity, high-performance phenyl-modified silicone oil designed for premium cosmetic and personal care formulations. Its unique molecular structure, featuring diphenyl and trimethicone groups, imparts exceptional optical properties and a luxurious sensory profile. This ingredient is widely recognized for its ability to enhance product elegance and performance across skincare, haircare, and color cosmetics.
Key Advantages
High Refractive Index: With a refractive index of 1.498, it effectively increases light reflection on the skin or hair surface. This creates an immediate, natural-looking luminosity and a healthy glow, helping to visually blur imperfections and impart a radiant finish.
Superior Shine & Gloss: It delivers intense, long-lasting shine without a heavy or greasy feel, making it ideal for high-gloss lip products, hair shine serums, and illuminating makeup.
Excellent Spreadability & Light Feel: The low viscosity ensures effortless application and a smooth, silky, non-tacky after-feel, improving the overall user experience.
Good Chemical Stability: It exhibits stable performance in various formulations and is compatible with a broad range of cosmetic ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Unit | Value/Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | – | Colorless to transparent liquid |
| Content | % | 100 |
| Viscosity (at 25°C) | mm²/s | 15 |
| Specific Gravity (at 25°C) | – | 0.995 |
| Refractive Index (at 25°C) | – | 1.498 |
Applications
IOTA 56A is versatile and can be incorporated into a wide array of product categories to elevate their sensory and visual appeal:
Hair Care: Adds exceptional shine, smoothness, and manageability in conditioners, hair serums, glossing sprays, and styling products.
Skin Care: Provides a silky, non-oily emolliency in face creams, lotions, and serums, contributing to a refined skin feel and radiant complexion.
Make-up: Used in foundations, primers, BB creams, lipsticks, and eyeshadows to improve blendability, enhance color payoff, and create luminous, second-skin finishes.
Sunscreen: Helps in the even distribution of UV filters, reduces whitening, and improves water resistance while offering a comfortable, non-greasy texture.
Recommended Usage
The typical use level ranges from 0.1% to 30%, depending on the desired effect and product type.
Packaging & Storage
Packaging: Available in 200-liter drums.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep the container tightly sealed and protect from direct heat, strong light, acids, alkalis, and moisture to maintain product integrity.
