Description
SeraSol® EL 99 is a PEG-modified, silicone emulsified gel blend. The alkyl chain improves compatibility with organic oils and can be applied in a variety of oils.
SeraSol® EL 99 can be included in many products to enhance skin feel, spreadability and absorption, and can produce highly stable W/Si emulsions. It can offer broad emulsification capabilities with both silicone and organic oils.
Recommended usage level 1 – 5% depending on application. Incorporate alone or in combination with other emulsifiers.
Solubility/Compatibility
| Base Oil |
Oil : Gel |
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SeraSol® EL 99 |
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1 : 9 |
5 : 5 |
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| Cyclopentasiloxane |
C** |
C** |
| Dimethicone 2cS |
C** |
C** |
| Methyl Trimethicone |
C** |
C** |
| Phenyl Trimethicone |
C** |
C* |
| Caprylyl Methicone |
C** |
C** |
| Isopropyl Palmitate |
C** |
C* |
| Isododecane |
C** |
C** |
| Squalane |
C** |
C* |
| Octylmethoxycinnamate |
C** |
C** |
| Mineral Oil |
C** |
C* |
| Macadamia Ternifolia Nut Oil |
C** |
C** |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
C** |
C* |
C = Compatible, PC = Partially Compatible, I = Incompatible
* = clear, ** = slight haze, *** = cloudy
