DOWSIL™ EL-7040 Hydro Elastomer Blend

• Delivery aid for lipophilic actives, including sunscreens
• Delivery aid for water soluble actives, including Vitamin C, Aloe Vera, and caffeine
• Rheology modifier in water based and anhydrous systems
• Skin care
• Color cosmetics
• Sun care

• Smooth, powdery, non-greasy feel, ability to create clear systems
• Maintains texture at high water or glycerin levels*
• Improved organic compatibility**
• Incorporation of up to 75% water and Incorporation of up to 40% glycerin
• Rheology modifier for water-based and anhydrous systems
• High spreadability and formulation flexibility
• Elastomer system with refreshing feel
• Listed in the Catalogue of Cosmetics Ingredients used in China
• Does not contain ingredients of animal origin (Suitable for Vegan), Non-GMO***
• No animal cross contamination or No porcine contamination
• Based on our knowledge available at this time, Dow does not expect this product to be classified as nanomaterial***
• Compliant with the Synthetic Polymer Microparticles European regulation (Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006), according to our tests****.

*In formulation with 50% water or 40% glycerin

**Organic compatibility evaluated using a 75/25 blend of elastomer/solvent

***See Regulatory Datasheet for further detail

****Customers are responsible for determining the suitability of Dow's products for their own use or application.