Common Name: |
Cyclopentasiloxane |
Form: |
Liquid |
Color Appearance: |
Colorless * (due to the nature of natural ingredients, color may slightly vary) |
Country of Origin: |
India |
Product Applications: |
Cosmetics |
Cyclopentasiloxane: Overview
Cyclopentasiloxane is a type of silicone fluid commonly used in skincare, haircare, and cosmetic products. It belongs to a class of compounds known as cyclic silicones or cyclomethicones.
Cyclopentasiloxane has a unique molecular structure consisting of five silicon atoms arranged in a ring, which gives it a lightweight, volatile nature. This property makes it an excellent ingredient for imparting a smooth, silky feel to products without leaving a greasy residue.
In skincare products, cyclopentasiloxane is often used as a conditioning agent and emollient, helping to soften and moisturize the skin while also providing a silky texture. In haircare products, it can enhance shine, improve manageability, and reduce frizz by forming a protective barrier on the hair shaft.
One of the significant benefits of cyclopentasiloxane is its ability to evaporate quickly upon application, leaving behind a dry, smooth finish. This makes it particularly suitable for products like primers, foundations, and serums, where a lightweight texture is desired.
While cyclopentasiloxane is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products, some individuals with sensitive skin may experience irritation. Additionally, there has been some debate about its environmental impact due to its slow degradation in the environment. However, it's still widely used in the industry due to its effectiveness and versatility.
Powders: Packed in eco-friendly Pouches in customized sizes
Capsules & Tablets: Packed in bottles of 60ct, 90ct or 180ct
Oils: Packed in glass bottles with dropper in 100ml, 4oz or customized sizes
Form - Liquid Form - Organoleptic
Odor - Characteristic - Organoleptic
Taste - Characteristic - Organoleptic
All of our products complies with FDA standards for microbial safety.
Total Plate Count - NMT 100,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold - NMT 1000 cfu/g
Coliforms - NMT 100 cfu/g
E.Coli - Absent
Salmonella - Absent
Staphylococcus aureus - Absent
Pseudomonas aeruginosa - Absent
Total Heavy Metals - NMT 10 ppm - USP <231>
Lead - NMT 0.5 ppm - USP <232>
Arsenic - NMT 1 ppm - USP <232>
Mercury - NMT 0.5 ppm - USP <232>
Cadmium - NMT 0.5 ppm - USP <232>
Sterilization - Steam
Packing - Carton boxes with inner double layer ldpe bags and outer stretch
wrapped for a seamless airtight packaging
Health & Safety - The product is manufactured, packed, stored, and shipped in
accordance with relevant food safety standards
Storage Conditions - Keep closed in a cool dry warehouse, free from infestation and not
exposed to direct sunlight
We hold ourselves to rigorous farming standards - it’s not necessarily cheaper or easier, but it’s what’s right. Majority of our nutrient rich products are grown in our own organic farms under strict USDA guidelines, which enables full control over consistency and quality.
Every Batch is Tested.
Our standards are rigorous and thorough. We test every single batch of our botanicals through a third-party lab to ensure that the products you receive are the highest quality available, without pesticides or heavy metals.
Heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium are tested for every batch that we produce. We also ensure that our product complies with the California prop 65 regulations for lead content below 0.5 ppm levels.
Absolutely - Yes. All the powders we produce, are processed using steam sterilization method and complies with FDA standards for microbial safety.
Consumption of products containing E.coli & Salmonella may pose health issues like stomach cramps, abdominal pains, nausea, etc. All of our products are 100% free of E.coli & Salmonella.