Silicone Alternatives
Nature-based sensory performance for modern cosmetic formulations
The demand for silicone-free and nature-based formulations continues to grow. A key challenge is maintaining the sensory performance of traditional silicones.
Polygon Chemie AG offers high-performance alternatives providing comparable skin feel and formulation flexibility with a Natural Origin Index (NOI) according to ISO 16128.
Key benefits and technical highlights
- Silicone-like sensory properties
- Excellent spreadability
- Broad viscosity range
- NOI up to 1.00
- Suitable for various applications
Your Silicone Alternatives
| Product | Replaces (Silicone) |
INCI | Viscosity (cP) |
NOI | Key Benefits | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dermol IMIS | Cyclopentasiloxane | Isopropyl Isostearate, Methylheptyl Isostearate | 11 | 0.90 | Very light, excellent spreadability | Make-up removers, Serums |
| Beantree® | 5 cSt Dimethicone | Methylheptyl Isostearate | 14 | 1.00 | Light, dry feel, silicone-like sensory | Creams / Lotions, Cleansing, Hair care |
| Dermol LL | Phenyl Trimethicone | Lauryl Lactate | 16 | 1.00 | Smooth skin feel, excellent slip | Color cosmetics, Lip care |
| Dermol 1818 | 50 cSt Dimethicone | Isostearyl Isostearate | 46 | 1.00 | Nourishing, pleasant sensory profile | Creams / Lotions, Sun care |
| Wickenol 171 | 100 cSt Dimethicone | Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate | 84 | 0.73 | Rich, replenishing | Cleansing, Rich skin care |
| Dermol DGDIS | 500 cSt Dimethicone | Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate | 485 | 1.00 | Film-forming, wax-compatible | Rich skin care, Sticks / Anhydrous systems |
Dermol®, Beantree® and Wickenol® are registered trademarks of ALZO International Inc. (USA).
Sensory Properties and Performance in the Formulation
The emollients enable targeted adjustment of the sensory profile. They offer fast spreading, reduced tackiness, uniform film formation, and a pleasant skin feel.
Typical Application Areas
- Skin care
- Lip care
- Sun protection
- Anhydrous systems
- Cleansing products
Sensory & Texture
From light spreading to rich and film-forming.
Sun Care
Pleasant skin feel and strong performance in sun care.
Color Cosmetics
Improved sensory profile, shine and payoff.
Nature-based Emollients
Plant-based raw materials for modern care concepts.
Interested in learning more?
For sample requests, formulation ideas or technical questions, our Personal Care team will be pleased to assist you:
Sebastian Popowski
sebastian.popowski@polygon.ch
Nico Stahra
nico.stahra@polygon.ch
Polygon Chemie AG
Solothurnerstrasse 121 · CH-4600 Olten · Switzerland
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