Silicones for Slip without Greasiness

For formulations requiring a smooth, slippery feel without leaving a greasy residue, we recommend several silicone options:

• Silicone Gel 9040 (e.q. DC 9040, Cyclopentasiloxane Base): This silicone gel is excellent for increasing spreadability and providing a soft, smooth, light skin feel that is not sticky. It helps make the skin look soft and glowing with a matt look, which directly addresses the need for a non-greasy finish.
• Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer: This ingredient provides a silky slip with a quick-dry, powdery after-feel and a sebum mattifying finish. It's ideal for achieving a non-oily feel and can also help blur the appearance of fine lines.
• Dimethicone (Very Light/10, Low-Odor) and Dimethicone (Light/50, Low-Odor): These low-viscosity Dimethicones offer a light texture similar to Cyclomethicone. They coat the skin to provide a soft and smooth feel for a long time without making it sticky, giving a pleasant slip during application.

All these silicones can help you achieve the desired slip and smooth texture in your cosmetic formulations without the heavy or greasy feel often associated with some oils.