LK-Q6

INCI Name : Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate

Introduction:

LK-Q6 is an innovative silicone resin consisting of Trimethylsiloxysilicate and Dimethyl Silicone Polymer, designed to address the increasing demand for high-performance, long-lasting cosmetic formulations. LK-Q6 is a cyclic-free silicone blend, making it more suitable for D5-free formulations.

Its unique 3D molecular structure enables exceptional film-forming ability with water and oil resistance, providing superior adherence to skin without transfer. Ideal for color cosmetics, sunscreens, skin care, and hair care, LK-Q6 enhances product longevity and comfort, offering users a flawless, durable finish throughout the day.

Key Features:

  • Film forming capability: Creates a smooth, durable layer for enhanced texture and performance.
  • Water and oil resistance: Resists moisture and oils, ensuring products stay intact longer.
  • Long-lasting performance: Delivers extended wear, reducing the need for touch-ups.
  • Smudge proof: Keeps makeup in place without smudging or transferring.
  • Wash-off resistance: Withstands sweat and water, offering superior durability throughout the day.

Technical Details:

Applications:

Color cosmetics (Concealers, Lip Colors, Eyeliners, Primers and Foundations)

  • Long-lasting performance: Provides durable, long wearing, and reducing the need for touch-ups throughout the day.
  • Non-transferable: Enhances transfer resistance, ensuring makeup stays intact without smudging or fading.
  • Water & oil resistance: Creates a barrier that protects against sweat, humidity, and oil, keeping makeup in place under various conditions.

Sunscreen: (Cream, Gel, Lotion and Stick)

  • Long-Lasting Protection: Provides extended sun protection, ensuring a durable shield against harmful UV rays.
  • Water & Sweat Resistance: Stays intact even in humid or sweaty conditions, enhancing sunscreen longevity.

Hair care: (Hairstyling Gel, Wax and Serums)

  • Frizz control: Helps to smooth hair and control frizz, leaving hair sleek and manageable.
  • Shine enhancement: Adds a natural shine, improving the overall appearance of hair without weighing it down.
  • Moisture lock: Helps retain moisture, improving hair hydration and preventing dryness.
  • Protective layer: Forms a protective layer that shields hair from environmental damage and heat styling.

Skin care: (Creams and Lotions)

  • Long lasting: Delivers long-lasting emolliency.
  • Protective barrier: Forms a protective film that helps to protect from environmental stressors.

FAQs:

Why we should use Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate in formulations?

Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate imparts superior film-forming capabilities, making it ideal for creating long-lasting Formulations. It provides water resistance, and non-transfer properties, which are especially important for makeup and sunscreens that need to withstand sweat, water, or friction.

Yes, dimethicone and trimethylsiloxysilicate are ideal for use in sunscreens because they help enhance water resistance while maintaining the efficacy of sun protection. Their ability to form a protective film on the skin ensures that the sunscreen stays intact even during sweating or exposure to water, making them perfect for sports sunscreens and beach-friendly formulations.

DIMETHICONE AND TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE can used in eye makeup products, such as eyeshadow or eyeliner, due to its non-transfer properties. Its water-resistant, long-lasting characteristics helps prevent smudging or fading around the delicate eye area, making it suitable for eye products that need to stay in place.

Yes, Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate is used in hair care products such as hair sprays, mousses, or styling gels to provide humidity resistance, long-lasting hold, and shine. It helps lock in the style, protecting hair from frizz and maintaining its texture in challenging weather conditions.

Yes, Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate is generally suitable for most skin types, including sensitive skin. It forms a non-greasy layer on the skin and is gentle enough to be used in products for delicate or sensitive skin, provided other formulation aspects are also non-irritating. We suggest to please do patch test before adding in formulation.

Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate does not leave a noticeable residue if used in recommended dosage. Instead, it creates a thin, flexible film on the skin that is smooth and non-greasy. This ensures that the cosmetic product has a long-lasting effect without feeling heavy or sticky on the skin.

Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate consists of trimethylsiloxysilicate resin, which have superior film forming ability, ensuring that the film formed remains in place longer than other agents that works temporarily. It offers better resistance to water, sweat and from other environmental pollutants than traditional film formers,making it ideal for waterproof or transfer-proof applications.

The typical recommended usage level of Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate in formulations is between 1% and 5%, depending on the desired effect. Higher concentrations can used for increased water resistance and long-lasting properties, but it is important to balance the formula to maintain the desired texture and sensory feel as it can result in tackiness.

Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate creates a non-transfer film on the skin, making it perfect for long-lasting makeup that stays in place throughout the day without smudging or fading. It also enhances the texture of products by giving them a smooth, velvety finish and improving their wear time.

Yes, Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate significantly enhances the longevity of makeup by preventing it from breaking down due to sweat, humidity, or environmental stressors. Its water and oil-resistant properties form a protective layer on the skin, helping products like foundations, concealers, and blushes maintain their appearance for longer, even in challenging conditions.

Yes, Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate is a great addition to waterproof lip products such as lipsticks, lip-glosses, and lip liners. Its superior water resistance ensures that the lip product stays intact even through eating, drinking, or Sweating. Additionally, it provides a non-transfer, long-wear finish, making it perfect for creating smudge-proof lip formulations.

While Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate itself does not provide direct UV protection, and used in sunscreen formulations and Products that incorporate UV filters. It enhances the performance of sunscreens by improving their water resistance and adherence to the skin. Therefore, while it does not replace SPF, it helps ensure that the sunscreen stays intact longer, even in humid or wet conditions.

Yes, Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate is compatible with hydrophobic pigments, which commonly used in cosmetic formulations.

Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate can added with other silicone ingredients with oil phase or after cooling down the emulsion. Please ensure that it should accurately blended without forming lumps.

No, Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate is not manufactured in China. It is produced by Elkay Chemicals in India, adhering to high-quality manufacturing standards and strict regulatory compliance. We ensure consistent product quality and reliable supply from our state-of-the-art facility in India.

Yes, Dimethicone and Trimethylsiloxysilicate manufactured by Elkay Chemicals in India is available for international shipping. We supply to customers across various global regions, including: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Australia.
Our logistics and export team ensures smooth and compliant delivery to all major international markets. For detailed shipping information and support, please contact our sales team.

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