M-1401 Cyclopentasiloxane & Dimethicon Blend

Personal Care Silicone for Skin, Hair & Sun Care

D5 Blend / Personal Care Grade

M-1401 is a premium cyclopentasiloxane (D5) and dimethicon blend specifically formulated for personal care applications. It combines the light, volatile spreading of D5 with the film-forming smoothness of dimethicon to deliver a distinctive silky, non-greasy skin feel with excellent spreadability and emolliency. Ideal for skin care lotions, hair care serums, sun care formulas and color cosmetics.

Technical Specifications

Product TypeCyclopentasiloxane & Dimethicon Blend
CAS No. (D5 Component)541-02-6
AppearanceClear colorless to light yellow liquid
OdorAlmost odorless
Density (25°C)0.95–0.96 g/cm³
Refractive Index (25°C)1.395–1.405
Viscosity (cps, 25°C)5–50 (varies by blend ratio)
Boiling Point (D5)~210°C
Flash Point>75°C
SolubilityInsoluble in water; miscible with alcohols, esters, silicones and hydrocarbon solvents
Skin FeelSilky, smooth, non-greasy, quick-spreading, dry velvety finish
FunctionEmollient, sensory modifier, spreading agent, film-former
Packaging5KG, 25KG, 200KG drum

Applications

🧴 Skin Care & Lotions

Light emollient for face creams, body lotions and moisturizers. Improves glide and absorption without a heavy residue.

💇 Hair Care & Serums

Adds silky shine and anti-frizz properties to hair serums, conditioners and leave-in treatments without weighing hair down.

☀️ Sun Care Formulas

Improves the sensory profile of SPF products — light, non-sticky spreadability and a dry-finish feel preferred by consumers.

💄 Color Cosmetics

Used in foundations, lipsticks and BB creams as a pigment wetting agent and smooth texture additive for even application.

🧼 Antiperspirant & Deodorant

Volatile D5 carrier for active delivery in roll-on and spray antiperspirant formulations.

🧴 Make-up Remover

Gentle cleansing base for make-up removers and cleansing wipes with excellent oil-phase solubility.

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