{"product_id":"silicone-elastomer-gel-thick-smooth-cyclopentasiloxane-base","title":"Silicone Elastomer Gel (Thick \u0026 Smooth) - Cyclopentasiloxane Base","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Dimethicone Crosspolymer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thick, smooth silicone elastomer gel: a crosslinked dimethicone elastomer swollen in volatile cyclopentasiloxane. In formulation it builds viscosity and a dry, silky, matte-to-velvet skin feel without oiliness, and it spreads without balling or pilling. As the volatile base flashes off it leaves a light, powdery elastomer film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFormulation notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiscible and soluble in silicone fluids and volatile silicones; for oil-phase compatibility, trial small blends first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnhydrous system, so it suits primers, balms, sticks, silicone serums and water-free textures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces tack and greasiness in emollient-rich formulas and improves slip and spreadability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend gently; shear-thinning, so very high shear lowers viscosity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace and makeup primers\u003c\/strong\u003e - smoothing, pore-blurring, matte finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnhydrous serums and gel bases\u003c\/strong\u003e - silicone-phase texture and slip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun care and skin protectant formulations\u003c\/strong\u003e - non-greasy feel modifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair serums and styling products\u003c\/strong\u003e - smoothing, shine and slip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight in a tightly sealed container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLead time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead time is 10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sourcery","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":52883366019352,"sku":"SILICONEGEL-THICKSMOOTH-500GM","price":214.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":52883365953816,"sku":"SILICONEGEL-THICKSMOOTH-1KG","price":374.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg","offer_id":52883365986584,"sku":"SILICONEGEL-THICKSMOOTH-5KG","price":1660.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1773\/0328\/files\/thick-clear-to-white-gel-thicker.png?v=1791941578","url":"https:\/\/thesourcery.co.nz\/products\/silicone-elastomer-gel-thick-smooth-cyclopentasiloxane-base","provider":"The Sourcery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}