Silicone Alternatives: With a touch of green

Challenges shaping the future

EU regulatory

The ECHA’s Member State Committee agreed with the identification of cyclosiloxanes (D4, D5, D6) as substances of very high concern (SVHC). Restriction in rinse-off cosmetics comprising D4 and D5 (in conc. > = 0.1%) will come into effect in February 2020 due to PBT* (D4) and vPvB** (D5) properties. In addition, ECHA proposed a revision of the scope of this restriction including D6 and leave on cosmetics.

*   persistant, bioaccumulative and toxic substances 
**   very persistant and very bioaccumulative substances

Silicone supply

Silicone supply is tight worldwide, which has led to price increases across the industry due to multi-faceted reasons. No relief is in sight in short term.

Our solutions for tomorrow

Cetiol® Ultimate

INCI: Undecane (and) Tridecane

• Ultra-fast spreading: > 2 500 mm2/10 min
• Patented technology, ultra-light, non-polar and volatile
• No crystallization of UV filters in clear sun care systems
• Good pigment wetting
• Improves coverage, color shade stability and powdery sensation in liquid foundations
• Volatile silicone oil feel, powdery and wax-dry skin feel
• Very similar skin feel to Cyclomethicone

Cetiol^® C 5

INCI: Coco-Caprylate

• Excellent skin compatibility
• Improves hair gloss
• Supports the incorporation of powders
• Enhances the solubility of crystalline UV filters
• Oil deposition from body wash to skin
• Cushiony and oil-smooth skin feel
• Similar skin feel to Cyclomethicone