Dow Corning® ST-Cyclomethicone 5-NF
Dow Corning® ST-Cyclomethicone 5-NF is a clear and colorless polydimethycyclosiloxane, commonly used as a base fluid in topical formulations because of its volatility, spread and sensory benefits- namely their smooth, dry and non-greasy feel on the skin.
Uses
- Dermatological treatments
- Pharmaceutical applications
- Creams and gels
- Medicated treatments for skin and scalp applications
Advantages
- Highly volatile
- Ease of spreading
- Non-occlusive
- Non-greasy
- Non-oily residue
- Soft, smooth feel on the skin
- Detackifier
- Solvent
- Non-cooling effect on skin
Products
| Product Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 5-NF | Liveo™ ST-Cyclomethicone 5-NF is a clear, colorless, volatile polydimethylcyclosiloxane composed mainly of decamethylcyclopentasiloxane. |