Cyclometicone

### Cyclomethicone – Website Product Description

INCI Name: Cyclomethicone

Solubility: Oil-soluble; insoluble in water.

Recommended Usage Rate: Typically 1–20%, depending on the product type and desired sensory properties. Follow the supplier’s technical data sheet for the specific grade.

Product Description

Cyclomethicone is a lightweight, volatile silicone commonly used in skincare, haircare, and cosmetic formulations to improve spreadability and enhance the sensory feel of finished products. It provides a silky, smooth, non-greasy touch, allowing formulations to glide effortlessly over the skin and hair.

As a volatile silicone, Cyclomethicone gradually evaporates after application, leaving behind a soft, smooth feel without the heavy or oily residue associated with some conventional emollients. It is particularly useful in formulations where a lightweight, elegant finish is desired.

Cyclomethicone can help improve the application, spreadability, and sensory performance of creams, lotions, serums, body oils, hair products, and other personal care formulations.

### Key Benefits

• Silky skin feel: Provides a smooth, soft, velvety after-feel.

• Improved spreadability: Helps products spread evenly and effortlessly across the skin and hair.

• Lightweight finish: Reduces the perception of greasiness in suitable formulations.

• Quick-drying feel: Evaporates after application, helping create a lighter sensory finish.

• Enhanced formulation aesthetics: Improves the slip and elegance of cosmetic products.

• Hair conditioning: Helps improve glide and softness in suitable haircare products.

Uses in Cosmetic Formulation

Cyclomethicone can be incorporated into:

• Body lotions and creams

• Face creams and serums

• Body oils and dry-touch oils

• Makeup primers and foundations

• Hair serums and leave-in conditioners

• Hair shine products

• Deodorants and antiperspirant formulations

• Silicone-based personal care products

How to Use Cyclomethicone

Add Cyclomethicone to the oil or silicone phase of a compatible formulation, following the supplier's processing recommendations. It can also be incorporated during the cool-down phase when appropriate.

Because Cyclomethicone is volatile, avoid prolonged heating and unnecessary exposure to open air. Ensure the final formulation is compatible with the specific silicone grade being used.