Silicone-Based Sunscreen Formulation: Non-Greasy & Water-Resistant

Asked by: tumjungri On: August 26, 2017 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I would like to create a non-greasy and water-resistant sunscreen using the following ingredients:

  • Silicone Gel Ultra Clear 56%
  • Titanium Dioxide Nano EasyDisperse™ 10%
  • Zinc Oxide 200nm EasyDisperse™ 10%
  • Silk Mica Powder ชนิดด้าน (Matte) 17%
  • Silicone Blend (Heavy & Silky) 5%
  • Silicone Blender 2%
  • SiliSolve™ 0.5%
  1. Can these ingredients be mixed together?
  2. If yes, please provide the mixing steps.

Answer

Silicone-Based Sunscreen Formulation

Yes, the ingredients you listed can be combined to create a non-greasy, water-resistant sunscreen. This formula is primarily a silicone-based system with dispersed physical sunscreen filters and powders.

Here are the mixing steps for this anhydrous (water-free) formulation:

  1. Combine the liquid silicone ingredients: Silicone Gel Ultra Clear, Silicone Blend, Silicone Blender, and SiliSolve™. Mix these thoroughly until a homogeneous base is achieved.
  2. Gradually add the powder ingredients: Titanium Dioxide Nano EasyDisperse™, Zinc Oxide 200nm EasyDisperse™, and Silk Mica Powder. Add the powders slowly while continuously mixing.
  3. Mix the entire formulation using a high-shear mixer or homogenizer. This step is crucial to ensure that the Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide particles are evenly dispersed throughout the silicone base. Proper dispersion is essential for achieving effective and uniform UV protection and contributing to water resistance.

This type of silicone-based formula is known for its light, non-greasy feel and provides good water resistance due to the nature of the silicone base and the dispersed physical sunscreen agents.