LipidSoft™ D5 (Cyclomethicone Replacer)
a D-5 replacement, has good volatility, slip, cushion, and overall aesthetics. It is a volatile silicone replacement comprised of a blend of hydrocarbons.
LipidSoft™ D5
a D-5 replacement, has good volatility, slip, cushion, and overall aesthetics. It is a volatile silicone replacement comprised of a blend of hydrocarbons.
Key Benefits:
Silicone free D5 replacement
Excellent skin spreadability for a luxurious feel
Improves aesthetic of formulation
Delivers a dry and light luxurious feel
Enhance slip and cushion to final formula
| Parameter | LipidSoft™ D5 | Cyclomethicone |
|---|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 184ºC | 205ºC |
| Flash Point | 65.2ºC | 77ºC |
| Freezing Point | -67.5ºC | < -50ºC |
| Refractive Index | 1.433 | 1.397 |
| Specific Gravity | 0.777 | 0.95 |
| Surface Tension | 24.8 mN/m | 18.0 mN/m |
| Viscosity | 3.6 cP | 4 cP |
Solubility of LipidSoft™ D5
| Material | 10:1* | 1:1 | 1:10** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethanol | Yes | No | No |
| Water | No | No | No |
| Butylene Glycol | No | No | No |
| Mineral Oil | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclohexasiloxane | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Isopropyl Myristate | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Polydimethylsiloxane | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Permethyl® 99A | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Permethyl® 101A | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Dimethicone | Yes | Yes | Yes |
*10-Ethanol: 1-LipidSoft™ D5
**1-Ethanol: 10-LipidSoft™ D5
Usage: Used in any cosmetics formulation
Mixing method: Soluble in oil
Usage rate: 1-100%
Product appearance: colorless light liquid
Storage: For long-term storage, store at room temperature, avoid sunlight and heat, close the lid tightly, shelf life is at least 2 years.
INCI Name : Isohexadecane (and) Isododecane (and) C13-15 Alkane
- Room (25-40C)
- 24 Months from manufacturing or testing date. (Current Lot will expire: 01/2027)
- 0.10% - 50.00%
- 0.00%
- Add into oil phase. Heat tolerant.
- Avoid heat above 80C
- 3.50 - 7.00
- Soluble in Oil, Dispersible in cream or gel base, Dispersible in powder
- Cream, Lotion, Serum
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| Test Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odor | Typical, similar to standard |
| Specific Gravity | 0.76 to 0.79 |
| Viscosity (cPs) | 20 Max |
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