In many industrial production and daily product manufacturing, the emulsification process is crucial, and emulsifiers are an indispensable role. However, the use of traditional emulsifiers has many disadvantages, such as large dosage, high cost, and possible negative impact on product performance and the environment. In recent years, silicone gel, as a new material, has shown unique advantages in reducing the amount of emulsifiers.
Silicone gel is a special silicone material with excellent chemical stability, good flexibility and electrical insulation. In its molecular structure, the silicon-oxygen bond (Si-O) gives the material unique properties. In the emulsification system, silicone gel can play a role similar to that of a surfactant. It can reduce the surface tension of the oil-water interface, making it easier for the oil phase and the water phase to mix evenly. In addition, silicone gel can form a stable protective film on the surface of the droplets to prevent the aggregation and merging of the droplets, thereby enhancing the stability of the emulsion. Taking the preparation of cosmetic creams as an example, in the traditional process, in order to achieve a stable emulsification effect, the emulsifier accounts for 2-10% of the total formula. After the introduction of silicone gel, due to its own stabilizing effect on the interface, the amount of emulsifier can be reduced to 50% - 70% of the original, and the prepared cream has a finer texture and better stability.
In paint production, silicone gel has the same significant property of reducing the amount of emulsifier. Reducing the amount of emulsifier not only reduces production costs, but also reduces problems such as decreased water resistance of the coating caused by excessive emulsifiers. Silicone gel has brought new solutions to many fields, helping production to be more efficient and environmentally friendly.