Silica Dimethyl Silylate

Silica Dimethyl Silylate is a modified form of silica that is treated with dimethyl siloxane to enhance its dispersibility and functionality in cosmetic and personal care formulations. It acts as a thickening agent, stabilizer, and anti-caking agent. Silica Dimethyl Silylate provides a smooth and soft texture to products and enhances the spreadability of formulations, making it especially useful in powders, emulsions, and creams.

Key Benefits

✔ Improves texture and provides a silky, smooth finish
✔ Enhances the spreadability and application of products
✔ Acts as an anti-caking agent, preventing the clumping of powdered ingredients
✔ Helps to absorb excess oil and control shine, providing a matte finish
✔ Enhances the stability of emulsions and formulations

How to Use

• Can be incorporated into the dry phase of powders or added to emulsions during formulation.
• Recommended usage level: 1–3% in formulations.
• Works well in products such as foundations, powders, and skincare products to improve texture and performance.
• For external use only.

Applications

Commonly used in foundations, pressed powders, loose powders, face primers, skin creams, and deodorants to improve texture, stability, and oil control.