Beyond basic skincare and regular makeup, silicones play an irreplaceable role in specialty care cosmetics such as hair care, sun protection, and anti-aging products. In hair care products, silicones form a protective film on the hair surface, reducing cuticle friction damage and improving dryness, frizz, and split ends, leaving hair smoother and shinier. They are commonly found in shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, and leave-in serums.
In sun protection products, the film-forming properties of silicones improve the evenness of sunscreen application, allowing sunscreen ingredients to adhere more tightly to the skin surface, enhancing the stability of sun protection effects, while reducing the greasiness of sunscreen products and improving user comfort. In anti-aging products, some silicone derivatives can promote collagen synthesis in the skin. Combined with their film-forming and water-locking effects, they help improve skin laxity and fine lines. The versatility of silicones allows them to adapt to various specialty care scenarios, providing efficient solutions for the segmented needs of the cosmetics industry.