The Role of VARENIQ®-100CSTCST Dimethicone in Hair Care
VARENIQ®-100CSTCST Dimethicone is a high molecular weight Dimethicone conditioning ingredient specially developed for hair care products. As a silicone-based conditioning agent, it is widely used in 2-in-1 shampoos, rinse-off conditioners, hair masks, and leave-in conditioners. In hair care formulations, VARENIQ®-100CST Dimethicone forms a strong protective film on the hair surface, helping repair damaged hair, improve wet and dry combability, and enhance hair smoothness, softness, and shine. With excellent emulsification properties, it can be easily incorporated into shampoo systems after pre-emulsification, providing an effective conditioning solution for damaged and dry hair.
Difference Between VARENIQ®-100CST Dimethicone and Other High Viscosity Dimethicone
Compared with other high viscosity Dimethicone ingredients, VARENIQ®-100CST Dimethicone features excellent emulsification properties, stable conditioning performance, and high cost efficiency. It is a 100% active Dimethicone raw material that can be emulsified with nonionic or anionic surfactants before being added to 2-in-1 shampoo systems. Its easy processing characteristics and good compatibility allow formulators to conveniently develop hair care products with improved smoothness, softness, and combability.
The Working Principle of VARENIQ®-100CST Dimethicone in Hair Care
VARENIQ®-100CST Dimethicone works by forming a durable silicone film on the hair surface, which helps protect damaged hair and improve hair texture. The formed film reduces friction between hair fibers, improving wet and dry combability while enhancing hair shine and smoothness. Before application in shampoo formulations, VARENIQ®-100CST Dimethicone needs to be emulsified with nonionic or anionic surfactants to achieve suitable silicone emulsion particle size, allowing it to distribute evenly on hair and deliver conditioning benefits.
INCI Name：
DIMETHICONE
Physical Properties
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless transparent viscous liquid |
| Odor | Characteristic odor |
| Viscosity (25°C) | 90–110 cP (mPa·s) |
| Density (25°C) | 0.968–0.978 g/cm³ |
| Refractive Index (25°C) | 1.4020–1.4040 |
| Volatile Matter (%) | 0–1.0 |
