Silicone Elastomer Powder YSIL-9701 / PS-6701 – Soft White Powder for Cosmetics

Silicone Elastomer Powder YSIL-9701 / PS-6701 – Premium Soft White Silicone Powder for Personal Care Formulations.

A high-performance silicone elastomer powder offering exceptional soft-focus effect, silky skin feel, and oil absorption. YSIL-9701 is widely used in color cosmetics, skin care, and sun care formulations for its outstanding sensory and optical properties.

Product Name: YSIL-9701 / PS-6701
INCI Name: Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Key Features:

• Soft white powder – elegant and smooth aesthetics
• Low volatile content: 1.77% (spec: ≤3.0%) – excellent stability
• Exceptional soft-focus and blurring effect on skin
• Silky, non-greasy skin feel
• Excellent oil absorption and sebum control
• Improves spreadability and slip in formulations
• Chemically inert – compatible with most cosmetic ingredients
• Ideal for powder and emulsion-based formulations

Functions:

• Soft-Focus Agent
• Skin Conditioning Agent
• Oil Absorption Agent
• Texture Enhancer
• Slip Agent
• Sensory Modifier

Applications:

• Color Cosmetics: Foundations, BB Creams, Primers, Loose Powders, Pressed Powders
• Skin Care: Moisturizers, Serums, Anti-Aging Creams, Pore Minimizers
• Sun Care: Sunscreens, After-Sun Products
• Body Care: Body Powders, Deodorants, Talc-Free Formulations

Technical Specifications (COA Results):

• Appearance: Soft White Powder – CONFORM
• Volatile Content (%): ≤3.0 → Result: 1.77

Conclusion: PASS ✓

Storage & Handling:

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep container tightly closed when not in use
• Avoid moisture contamination – use clean, dry utensils

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What is YSIL-9701 / PS-6701?
A: YSIL-9701 / PS-6701 is a premium Silicone Elastomer Powder (Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer) used in color cosmetics and skin care formulations for its soft-focus effect, silky feel, and oil absorption properties.

Q: What is the INCI name?
A: INCI Name: Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Q: What does it look like?
A: Soft white powder – COA confirmed CONFORM.

Q: What is the volatile content?
A: Volatile content is 1.77% (specification: ≤3.0%) – excellent low volatile grade.

Q: Is it water-soluble?
A: No, silicone elastomer powder is not water-soluble. It is dispersed in the oil phase or used as a dry powder in formulations.

Q: Is a Certificate of Analysis available?
A: COA available upon request.

Q: How should it be stored?
A: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed and away from moisture.

Q: Is this product vegan?
A: Yes, silicone elastomer powder is synthetically derived and considered vegan-friendly.