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Dow DOWSIL 593 Fluid is a high-performance silicone blend fluid in DOWSIL series, designed for personal care and film-forming applications. It combines dimethyl polysiloxane and high-molecular-weight silicone resin, offering film-forming, lubricating and formula compatibility advantages, enhancing the texture and long-lasting performance of cosmetics and skincare products.
Excellent Film-Forming - Quickly forms uniform film, improving water and wash resistance
Moderate Lubricating Touch - Long-lasting lubrication without greasiness, providing comfortable skin feel
Strong Powder Compatibility - Enhances powder adhesion, improving makeup spreadability and adherence
Wide Formula Compatibility - Suitable for water-oil and emulsified systems, easy to blend with various personal care raw materials
Good Flexibility Improvement - Improves film flexibility, reducing cracking and makeup remova
Coating Additives - Interior and exterior wall coatings, premium putty, optimizing rheology and improving film brightness
Skincare Products - Creams, serums, optimizing skin feel, reducing greasiness, and enhancing moisturizing effect
Color Cosmetics - Foundations, primers, improving adherence and enhancing makeup delicacy and durability
Hair Care Products - Conditioners, hair oils, smoothing hair, reducing frizz and adding hair shine
Industrial Lubrication - Precision component lubrication, reducing friction and extending service life
| Brand | DOW |
| Product Type | High-Performance Multi-Functional Silicone Fluid |
| Core Component | Modified Polydimethylsiloxane Copolymer |
| Appearance | Colorless to Pale Yellow Transparent Liquid (Typical Value) |
| Active Ingredient | 100% (Typical Value) |
| Kinematic Viscosity (25℃) | 800 cSt (Typical Value) |
| Flash Point (Closed Cup) | >110℃ (Typical Value) |
| Refractive Index (25℃) | 1.402 (Typical Value) |
| Specific Gravity (25℃) | 0.97 (Typical Value) |
| Freezing Point | -20℃ (Typical Value) |
Q1: What is the primary function of DOWSIL 593 Silicone Oil in industrial formulations?
A: DOWSIL 593 Silicone Oil is primarily used as a surface modifier and processing aid to improve slip, leveling, and substrate wetting—especially in coatings, inks, adhesives, and sealants where controlled surface tension reduction and low foam generation are critical.
Q2: Is DOWSIL 593 Silicone Oil compatible with common polymer systems and solvents?
A: Yes, it demonstrates broad compatibility with acrylics, polyurethanes, epoxies, and many organic solvent-based and water-reducible systems. However, compatibility should always be verified in the final formulation due to potential interactions with reactive components or surfactants.
Q3: How does DOWSIL 593 differ from other silicone oils used for surface modification?
A: DOWSIL 593 is a non-reactive, low-viscosity silicone fluid specifically designed for high migration resistance and minimal impact on cure kinetics—making it suitable for applications requiring long-term surface performance without compromising film integrity or crosslinking behavior.
Q4: What are typical dosage guidelines for incorporating DOWSIL 593 into a formulation?
A: It is typically used at low concentrations—generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight—depending on the desired surface effect and base formulation sensitivity. Start with lower levels and optimize based on performance testing under application-specific conditions.
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