Phenyl Trimethicone. DOWSIL™ SH 556 Fluid by Dow is a polyphenylmethylsiloxane which improves the performance of many types of cosmetic formulations. It has an excellent solubility in alcohol.
- It is easily emulsified and resistant to oxidation.
- Used as a water repellent additive and to reduce the tackiness and stickiness of organic ingredients.
- It provides non-oily, easy to spread emolliency and allows natural skin transpiration through a soft invisible film.
- It imparts gloss, softness and better manageability to hair.
- It offers good anti-stick and anti-tack characteristics.
- It is used as a hair gloss agent in non-aerosol hair sprays, conditioners and grooming aids.
- DOWSIL™ SH 556 Fluid is used in skin lotions and creams, suntan lotions, non-aerosol sprays and pre-shave lotions.
- It has a shelf life of 30 months.
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