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CAS Number: 63148-62-9, 31692-79-2
Synonyms: Dimethicone (and) Dimethiconol
Cosmetic Fluid 1406-OH is a specialized ingredient used in the formulation of personal care and cosmetic products.
It is supplied by Innospec Performance Chemicals and is characterized as a blend of two silicone-based materials. Its INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) name is Dimethicone (and) Dimethiconol, indicating it is a mixture of a silicone oil (dimethicone) and a silicone polymer with hydroxyl groups (dimethiconol) .
The primary function of Cosmetic Fluid 1406-OH in cosmetic formulations is that of an emollient. Emollients are ingredients that help to soften and smooth the skin by forming a barrier on its surface, which helps to prevent water loss and keep the skin feeling supple. This particular fluid is noted for providing a smooth and lubricious feel upon application, enhancing the sensory experience of the product . A key feature of this ingredient is its ability to impart water resistance to products. This makes it especially valuable in formulations where durability upon exposure to water is desired, such as in sunscreens and water-resistant makeup .
Specific Applications and Benefits:
Sun Care (SPF Products): This is a flagship application. Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide (mineral sunscreens) and organic UV filters can often leave a chalky residue or feel drying. Cosmetic Fluid 1406-OH helps to disperse these pigments evenly, improving their efficiency (SPF boost). More importantly, its water-resistant film helps the sunscreen remain on the skin during swimming or sweating, ensuring continued protection. It also mitigates the "dry-down" effect, leaving the skin feeling soft rather than tight and parched.
Color Cosmetics: In foundations, concealers, and tinted moisturizers, it acts as a binder and emollient. It helps create a smooth, even application that glides over the skin, minimizing the appearance of fine lines and pores. The water-resistant nature helps the makeup last longer and resist transfer.
Skin and Body Care: In general moisturizers, body butters, and lotions, it imparts a luxurious, silky after-feel. It is non-comedogenic (does not clog pores), making it suitable for a wide range of skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin, as it provides moisture without oiliness.
Intimate Care: Its gentle, non-irritating nature and ability to form a protective barrier make it suitable for intimate care formulations, providing comfort and protection without disrupting the natural pH balance.
Functional Benefits
The ingredient serves multiple functions in cosmetic formulations:
Emollient Properties: It acts as a silicone-based emollient that provides a lubricious skin feel upon application
Water Resistance: Offers water-resistant properties, making it particularly valuable for products designed to withstand exposure to water
Smooth Application: Delivers smooth application characteristics that enhance the sensory experience of finished products
Moisturizing: Contributes to the moisturizing effect of formulations
Formulation Compatibility
The product can be effectively combined with commonly used esters, natural oils, hydrocarbons, or other silicones, offering formulators flexibility in creating a variety of personal care applications with different textures and performance characteristics
SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT COSMETIC FLUID 1406-OH
First aid measures:
Description of first aid measures:
General advice:
Consult a physician.
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Move out of dangerous area:
If inhaled:
If breathed in, move person into fresh air.
If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact:
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact:
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital.
If swallowed:
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Rinse mouth with water.
Consult a physician.
Firefighting measures:
Extinguishing media:
Suitable extinguishing media:
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride gas
Advice for firefighters:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Accidental release measures:
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment.
Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Environmental precautions:
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Do not let product enter drains.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste.
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Handling and storage:
Precautions for safe handling:
Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Storage class (TRGS 510): 8A: Combustible, corrosive hazardous materials
Exposure controls/personal protection:
Control parameters:
Components with workplace control parameters
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
Exposure controls:
Appropriate engineering controls:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Personal protective equipment:
Eye/face protection:
Tightly fitting safety goggles.
Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection:
Handle with gloves.
Gloves must be inspected prior to use.
Use proper glove
removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product.
Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
Full contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
Splash contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Body Protection:
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection:
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a fullface respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls.
If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator.
Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Do not let product enter drains.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Stability and reactivity:
Chemical stability:
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Incompatible materials:
Strong oxidizing agents:
Hazardous decomposition products:
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions.
Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride gas.
Disposal considerations:
Waste treatment methods:
Product:
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Contaminated packaging:
Dispose of as unused product
