Dow Corning gets versatile

Published: 18-Mar-2009
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The latest ingredient from Dow Corning is said to combine the physical and chemical characteristics of silicone wax with silicone resin. Dow Corning SW-8005 C30 Resin Wax can be used as a rheology and texture modifier for oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsions and anhydrous gels. It also works as a structuring agent when used in stick products.

The latest ingredient from Dow Corning is said to combine the physical and chemical characteristics of silicone wax with silicone resin. Dow Corning SW-8005 C30 Resin Wax can be used as a rheology and texture modifier for oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsions and anhydrous gels. It also works as a structuring agent when used in stick products.

Dow Corning SW-8005 C30 can be used in colour cosmetics, skin care and sun care imparting benefits such as improved transfer resistance, good compatibility with fragrances, longer lasting fragrance and wash-off resistance.

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