AGC Chemicals Americas
SOLESPHERE™ microspherical silica gels enhance the surface smoothness and dispersibility of cosmetics and skincare products. They can be added to SPF cosmetics, skincare and sunscreen formulations to provide oil and perspiration absorption, give a matte appearance, or enhance frictional properties like smoothness and abrasiveness.
SOLESPHERE gels have a lower coefficient of friction than titanium dioxide and other popular fillers. On a molecular level, they move more freely to provide a superior tactile feel. They are ideal replacements for Nylon 12, PMMA and other plastic beads in cosmetics and personal care products. They are environmentally safe and can enhance formulations with a smoother texture.
SOLESPHERE™:
COSMETICS/PERSONAL CARE:
Performance enhancer for make-up, skincare and sun care products
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Grade | NP-30 | H-51 | H-52 | H-53 |
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Pore volume (mL/g) | 0.02 | 0.8 | 1.6 | 2.0 |
Compression strength (MPa) | 1900 | 40 | 4 | 3 |
Moisture absorption is effected by specific surface area and pore volume.
Test method: Applied 0.5mg/cm test powder to artificial leather Supplare (made by Idemitsu Techno Fine), and evaluated texture by KES-SE friction tester (made by Kato tech and sensor: artifical leather Supplare, load 25g).
Test method: Applied SOLESPHERE samples to the surface of Supplare . Then monitored with a digital micro scope (x 25)
SOLESPHERE prevents oily skin and covers up wrinkle. Optical diffusion which is one characteristic of SOLESPHERE gives these effects. These effects are proportional to particle size and pore volume.
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