Bentone Gel® 1002 V

Disteardimonium Hectorite (and) Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Propylene Carbonate. Bentone Gel® 1002 V by Elementis is a non-animal origin, rheological additive for cosmetics and toiletries. It is specially prepared dispersion of an organically modified hectorite in an ultra pure D5 silicone (pentamer).

• It shows predictable, reproducible and stable viscosity control and shear-thinning viscosity.
• Thermostable viscosity raises apparent melting point and ensures cost-efficient use of UV filters.
• It exhibits excellent suspension of pigments and actives, controlled alignment of special-effect pigments and emulsion stabilization (w/o and o/w).
• It provides thermostable viscosity control of the emulsion's oil phase, improves application properties, enhances skin-feel by masking greasy or tacky components and imparts a pleasant residual silky and smooth feel to the skin.
• It is an alternative to traditional polymer or cellulose-based thickeners.
• It is designed for use in antiperspirants, lipcare, eye make-up, lip products, facial make-up, creams and lotions and sun care products.
• It is non-abrasive and toxicologically safe ingredient and is recommended for organic- and silicone-based cosmetics and cold process systems.
• The shelf life of Bentone Gel® 1002 V is 2 years.