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Silicone Applications in Cosmetic Categories
1. Base Makeup (Foundation/Primer/BB Cream)
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Pore Filling:
Volatile silicones (e.g., D4/D6) rapidly evaporate, forming a smooth film on the skin surface to visually blur pores (filling depth >50 μm)1.
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Anti-Caking:
Silicones coat titanium dioxide/iron oxide pigments to prevent powder agglomeration, enhancing spreadability (spreading coefficient ↑35%)4.
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Transfer Resistance:
Cross-linked silicone elastomers (e.g., Dimethicone Crosspolymer) create a mesh network to lock pigments and prevent fabric transfer7.
2. Mascara/Eyeliner
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Waterproof & Smudge-Proof:
Trimethylsiloxysilicate forms a film on lashes that resists washing off even after 1-hour underwater immersion6.
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Fiber Fixation:
High-viscosity dimethicone (350-100,000 cSt) bonds fibers for volumizing/lengthening effects (load-bearing capacity >200%)3.
3. Lip Products (Lipstick/Lip Gloss)
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Finish Adjustment:
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High-refractive-index phenyl silicones (RI 1.46-1.58) enhance mirror-like shine;
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Matte formulas use porous silica spheres (e.g., Silica Dimethyl Silylate) for light diffusion5.
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Reduced Stickiness:
Low-MW cyclic silicones (D5) replace mineral oil for featherweight feel and non-transfer (viscosity <5 mPa·s)2.
4. Setting Spray/Loose Powder
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Film-Forming & Longevity:
Silicone resins (e.g., Trimethylsiloxysilicate) create breathable films extending wear by 6 hours7.
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Oil Control & Mattifying:
Hydrophobically modified silica (Silica Silylate) absorbs 220% of its weight in sebum4.
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