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DOWSIL™ 1686 Resin
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What is DOWSIL™ 1686 Resin?
A liquid phenyl silicone resin that offers shine and radiance, contributes to color value, enables good coverage and moderate wear in personal care applications. This high refractive index shine product has multifunctional benefits making it ideal for use in broad personal care applications. INCI Name: Polyphenylsilsesquioxane
Uses
- Color cosmetics/Make up
- Foundations
- Alphabet Creams
- Lip Care
- Blush
- Eye Make Up
- Skin Care
- Face Care
- Hair Care
- Leave-In Conditioners
Benefits
- High Refractive Index
- Impacts Shine, Gloss, Radiance
- Improved Color Value for pigmented systems
- Medium wear
- Spreadability/Uniformity
- Pigment Dispersion Aid
- Compatible with Organic Ingredients
- Frizz Control for Hair Care
- Does not Contain ingredients of animal origin (suitable for Vegan)
- Non-GMO*
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