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Cyclopentasiloxane Dimethiconol BC 2231 50 g

A weightless silicone blend that gives hair and skin real slip without the greasy feel

Cyclopentasiloxane Dimethiconol BC 2231 combines a volatile silicone carrier with a non-volatile conditioning polymer, and this exact pairing sits at the heart of many formulas found in the Silicones and Conditioning Surfactants for Hair category, which reflects the strongest global demand for this type of raw material. The volatile fraction spreads instantly across hair or skin, giving an immediate silky slip on application, then evaporates and leaves behind a thin, nearly invisible film of the conditioning polymer that smooths the cuticle, reduces static and delivers a soft, silky finish without any heavy or oily sensation.

The largest share of demand for this ingredient comes from hair care manufacturing, where it is used in leave-in serums, conditioners, anti-static sprays and damage-repair treatments. Color cosmetics is the second major field of use, since the same slip effect helps primers, foundations and long-wear lipsticks glide evenly and resist smudging. Body lotions and creams also benefit from its lightweight cushion, especially in formulas targeted at oily or combination skin types. A smaller but steady portion of demand comes from household polishing products and surface-care formulations, which rely on the thin protective film this silicone leaves behind.

To lighten the sensory profile even further, formulators frequently pair it with a purely volatile silicone such as Dow Corning Cyclomethicone 5, which is especially useful for fine-hair leave-in serums that need to feel almost weightless. For a velvety, mattified finish in primers and foundations, blending in Dimethicone Crosspolymer works particularly well. For deeper repair of damaged, colored or porous hair, adding Aminosilicone boosts the conditioning power and makes detangling noticeably easier.

A typical usage rate ranges from one to eight percent of the total formula weight, depending on the desired texture and finished product type. It is best introduced during the final cool-down phase, after emulsification, at a temperature no higher than forty degrees Celsius, to prevent premature evaporation of the volatile fraction and preserve the conditioning benefits of the polymer. Store the raw material in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight, moisture and heat sources. The 50 gram size is well suited for home-based cosmetic making, small trial batches and formula testing before scaling up to larger production runs.

Lightweight anti-frizz hair tip serum

Cyclopentasiloxane Dimethiconol BC 2231 4 g

Sweet almond oil 3 g

Liquid panthenol 1 g

Fragrance oil 0.3 g

Distilled water 1.7 g

Combine the almond oil with liquid panthenol in a clean container at room temperature, then slowly add the Cyclopentasiloxane Dimethiconol BC 2231 while stirring gently until fully blended. Add the fragrance oil and water last, mixing thoroughly until the texture turns light and smooth, then transfer the finished serum into a dropper bottle for daily use on hair ends.

INCI	Cyclopentasiloxane and Dimethiconol
Other
Active ingredients	100.00%
Att brand	United Kingdom
Color product	transparent
Descriptio smell	absent
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	5-90%
Minimum count	1
Name	Cyclopentasiloxane Dimethiconol BC 2231 50 g
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	50 grams
Solubility	oil phase, ready-made emulsion
View	viscous liquid
Valid until	04.2028