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DOWSIL™ EP-9801 HYDRO COSMETIC

INCI: Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer (and) Silica (and) Butylene Glycol

DOWSILTM EP-9801 Hydro Cosmetic Powder is a silicone powder treated with silica and butylene glycol. The powder can be readily dispersed in water. The powder can be added to a wide range of formulations (e.g., toner, gel, cream, foundation, as well as other skin care and color cosmetic products). The powder provides a smooth and powdery feel to water-based formulations. Silicone elastomer organic glycol silica Blend antioxidant

Formulation benefits

Sebum Absorption
Soft Focus
Ease of Formulating
Powdery Feel
Smooth Feel

Applications

FoundationMakeup BasesBody CareFacial CareSunscreen

Formulation snapshot

Typical phase

Oil phase

Oil-soluble — combined with other lipids and heated with the oil phase.

Functional role

Rheology modifier — builds viscosity and stabilizes texture.

Pairs well with

Complementary ingredients from the same phase

Handling watch-outs

Always validate stability and microbial safety in your finished formula.

Qualitative guidance only. We don't publish use levels — confirm dosage, pH, and compatibility against the supplier technical data sheet and your own stability testing.

Supplier: Dow
CAS: 112945-52-5

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