EL61 is a thick, paste-like silicone gel created by combining cross-linked polysiloxane with a low viscosity dimethicone, which serves as a diluent. This formulation imparts a range of desirable characteristics to cosmetic products, particularly beneficial in makeup and under makeup primers:
Key Attributes:
- Powdery, Smooth Feeling: Enhances the sensory experience by providing a powdery and smooth feel to formulations.
- Reduced Greasiness and Tackiness: Mitigates greasiness and tackiness, contributing to a non-greasy skin feel.
- Water Repellent: Acts as a barrier against water, adding water resistance to formulations.
- Emollient Properties: Enhances skin's softness and smoothness, reducing water loss.
Applications:
- Especially useful in formulating makeup and under makeup primers.
INCI: Dimethicone (and) Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
EL61, with its thick and paste-like consistency, is tailored for formulations where a luxurious feel, reduced greasiness, and water resistance are desired, making it particularly beneficial in makeup and primer formulations.
Usage Percentage: 1 - 100%
Appearance: Colorless, paste-like gel
Flashpoint: 201°F






