XIAMETER™ PMX-0345 CYCLOSILOXANE BLEND
INCI: Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclohexasiloxane
Overview
XIAMETERTM PMX-0345 Cyclosiloxane Blend is a blend of volatile polydimethylcyclosiloxane composed of cyclohexasiloxane and cyclopentasiloxane. The product is clear, tasteless, essentially odorless, non-greasy and non-stinging.
- Compatible with Many Organic Ingredients
- Delivered in a Volatile Carrier
- Easy to Spread
- High Volatility
- Light Feel
- Low Residue
- Reduced Greasiness
- Reduced Stickiness
- Reduced Tack
Formulation snapshot
Typical phase
Water phase
Water-soluble — dispersed into the aqueous phase before emulsification.
Functional role
Surfactant — provides cleansing, foam, or solubilization.
Pairs well with
- A secondary amphoteric surfactant
- A mild conditioning agent
- A thickening salt or gum
Handling watch-outs
- Check final pH for skin-friendliness, especially with anionic blends.
- 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
- 0541-02-06
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