DOWSIL™ 2501 Cosmetic Wax

What is DOWSIL™ 2501 Cosmetic Wax?

A water-dispersible dimethicone copolyol wax for use in skincare, haircare, suncare, and antiperspirants and deodorant applications. INCI Name: Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane

Uses

Skincare products: moisturizing benefits to the skin through humectancy properties
Detackification of formulation containing tacky ingredients such as deodorant sticks
Improves foam quality (creamier, more dense foam) and volume in cleanser and shampoo formulations

Benefits

Does not contain ingredients of animal origin (Suitable for Vegan)
Non-GMO*
Based on our knowledge available at this time, Dow does not expect this product to be classified as nanomaterial*
No animal cross contamination
No porcine contamination
Enables ease of formulation
Humectant
Melts on skin contact
Imparts moisturization
Enables reduced tack
Foam booster
Increases foam density
Non-comedogenic
Non-acnegenic
To the best of our knowledge this product complies with California Prop 65*

*See Regulatory Datasheet for further details

Properties

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Application Format	Roller Ball
Moisturization Benefits	Moisturizing
Performance Benefits	Foam Boosting
Skin Texture Benefits	Sensory Enhancer (light feel), Sensory Enhancer (smooth feel)

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Compatibility	Water

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Sustainability Claim	Non-GMO

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Flash Point, Closed Cup	> 100 °C
Functionality	Polyether
Melting Point	36 to 42 °C

DOWSIL™ 2501 Cosmetic Wax

What is DOWSIL™ 2501 Cosmetic Wax?

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