Chemical Reaction

A/S - Alkyl Silane

Composition INCI Names:     Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Coating Type:                         Chemical Bond

Characteristics: Very hydrophobic, lipophilic; AS pigments wet easily into oil and silicones, no hydrogen potential, shear resistant

Applications: W/O, W/silicone foundation, wet/dry compacts, powdercream hot pours, stabilzes and aids wetting of inorganic sunscreens

Regulatory Status:                  OK USA, EU, JAPAN

D, D/I - Hydrophobics (Methicone)

Composition INCI Name:         Methicone

Coating Type:                           Chemical Bond

Characteristics: Hydrophobic, D pigments wet easily in silicones, shear resistant

Applications: wet/dry compacts, powdercream hot pours, D/I grade, w/silicone foundations

Regulatory Status:                   OK USA, EU, JAPAN

PFD - Fluoropropyl Methicone

Composition INCI Name:          Fluoropropyl Methicone

Coating Type:                            Chemical Bond

Characteristics: Hydrophobic and lipophobic, resists wetting by common cosmetic oils and sebu, exceptional skin adhesion, improves wear 

Application: pressed powder foundation, blushers and eye shadows, water in silicone foundations

Regulatory Status:                    OK USA, EU, JAPAN

SP - Surface Passivated- Click for more information