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Sericite SL-012

INCI Name
MethiconeMica

Sericite SL-012 is a hydrophobic surface treated sericite. It spreads easily and uniformly on the skin while providing good skin adhesion. This grade is a fine, white-gray powder with a soft smooth silky matte finish. Average particle size: 4.7 µm.

Properties

Physical Form
  • Powder
  • Solid

Product families

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care
  • Color Cosmetics
  • Skin Care

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
  • Texturizers & Fillers

Other characteristics

Brand
Sericite
Functions
Bulking Agent
Particle Size
4.7 - 4.7 microns
Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty; Clean at Sephora; Credo Clean Standard; Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Markets
Personal Care
Benefits

Hydrophobic; Smooth skin feel; Improved sensorial profile; Improved spreadability; Sericite SL-012P grade includes mineral oil for increased hydrophobicity

Use Levels
max. 85%
Appearance
Fine white-gray powder
Technology
Cosmetic Ingredients
Compatibility
No known incompatibilities
Benefit Claims
  • Easy To Use
  • Flow Enhancement
  • Improves Hydrophobic Properties
  • Sensory Enhancement
  • Smooth Feel
  • Spreadability
Application Format
Powder
Handling

Store in cool dry conditions in well-sealed containers.

Formulation Guideline
  • Typical use level: Up to 85%
  • No restrictions on processing
Cosmetics
Face Powder
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Bulking Agent

Technical data

Table 1 of 2

2 rows
CharacteristicValueUnit
Average Particle Size4.7µm
ShapePlatey—

Table 2 of 2

2 rows
CharacteristicValueUnit
Methicone2w/w%
Mica98w/w%

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