Silicone elastomers have become the new favorite of high-end cosmetics due to their unique physical and chemical properties, bringing users a luxurious skin care experience. The following is a detailed explanation of the application of silicone elastomers in high-end cosmetics:
1. Characteristics of silicone elastomers
Silicone elastomers are a kind of polymer compound, which is composed of silicon atoms and organic groups (such as methyl, ethyl, etc.) connected by covalent bonds. This special chemical structure gives silicone elastomers unique physical and chemical properties, such as good elasticity, hydrophobicity, breathability and biocompatibility.
Heat resistance: Silicone products have silicon-oxygen (Si-O) bonds as the main chain structure, and their bond energy in silicone is 121 kcal/g molecule, which is much higher than the bond energy of C-C bonds (82.6 kcal/g molecule). Therefore, silicone elastomers have excellent high temperature stability and low temperature resistance, and can be used in a wide temperature range.
Weather resistance: The main chain of silicone products is -Si-O-, and there is no double bond, so it is not easily decomposed by ultraviolet light and ozone.
Electrical insulation performance: Silicone elastomers have good electrical insulation performance, and their dielectric loss, voltage resistance, arc resistance and other performance indicators are among the best in insulating materials.
Physiological inertness: Polysiloxane compounds are one of the most inactive compounds known. They are very resistant to biological aging, have no rejection reaction with animal bodies, and have good anticoagulant properties. This makes silicone elastomers have broad application prospects in medical, cosmetics and other fields.
2. Application of silicone elastomers in high-end cosmetics
Moisturizing and locking water: Silicone elastomers can form a protective film on the surface of the skin to effectively prevent water loss. This moisturizing effect is essential for keeping the skin hydrated, especially for dry and dehydrated skin.
Improve touch: Silicone elastomers have a silky and delicate touch, which can significantly improve the experience of using skin care products. It can make skin care products easier to apply, reduce friction, and make the skin feel more comfortable.
Enhanced ductility: Silicone elastomers can enhance the ductility of skin care products, making it easier to push the product on the skin. This not only helps to reduce the amount of skin care products used, but also allows the skin to absorb the nutrients in the product more evenly.
Forming a breathable barrier: Although silicone elastomers can form a protective film on the surface of the skin, it still has good breathability. This means that it will not hinder the normal breathing and metabolism of the skin, and at the same time prevent the invasion of external pollutants.
3. Luxurious skin care experience of silicone elastomers
In high-end cosmetics, silicone elastomers usually exist in translucent gel or paste form. It can quickly form a protective film on the surface of the skin, lock in moisture, and provide a long-lasting moisturizing effect. In addition, silicone elastomers can also bring the following luxurious skin care experiences:
High-end luxurious velvety feeling: Silicone elastomers have a velvety touch, adding a high-end luxurious velvety feeling to skin care products. This touch makes skin care products smoother when applied, making the skin feel unprecedentedly delicate and comfortable.
Unique elastic texture: Silicone elastomer has a unique elastic texture, which allows skin care products to rebound quickly when applied and fit closely to the skin. This elastic texture not only improves the use experience of skin care products, but also makes the skin look fuller and more elastic.
Refreshing skin experience: Silicone elastomer can quickly dissolve in water during application, giving the skin a refreshing skin experience. This refreshing feeling ensures that skin care products will not make the skin feel greasy or uncomfortable when used, keeping the skin refreshed and natural.