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We offer a wide range of surfactants and powder dispersants with varying structures and characteristics.
For products with silicone as the main chain, we provide two types: linear/branched and crosslinked.
Our hydrophilic groups also feature two types in our lineup: polyether and polyglycerin.
Selecting the appropriate type for your purpose further expands the possibilities in cosmetic development.
Additionally, we offer silicone acrylates-type dispersants with high powder dispersion performance.
Silicone emulsifiers(Straight-chain/Branched type):
Surfactants with linear/branched hydrophobic groups can control emulsion particle size and are suitable for preparing finer emulsions.
Our linear type emulsifiers feature products with various HLB values, functioning as O/W or W/O emulsifiers depending on the HLB difference.
Branched-type emulsifiers include those with silicone branches (KF-6028,KF-6104), and those with alkyl branches(KF-6048), and those with two types of branching: silicone and alkyl (KF-6038,KF-6105) . The optimal emulsifier can be selected based on the silicone fluids used.
Hydrophilic groups come in two types: polyether and polyglycerin. Polyether-modified silicone enables the preparation of finer emulsions, while Polyglycerin modified silicone offers high water retention and provides a soft, moisturized feel.
Additionally, as a product specialized for powder dispersants, Polyglycerin modified silicone (KF-6106, and KF-6115) and Silicone acrylates (KP-578).
※For product lineup and solubility data, please refer to Product Classification → Silicone Emulsifiers.
Emulsifying silicone gels (crosslinked type):
Crosslinked emulsifying agents (emulsifying silicone gels) are three-dimensional crosslinked structures where silicone is crosslinked with hydrophilic groups. They swell in silicone fluids to form a gel.
Since the crosslinked structure possesses both hydrophobic and hydrophilic groups, it functions as a W/O emulsifier.
Using emulsifying silicone gels allows the formation of large-particle-size W/O emulsion. The crosslinking agent strengthens the interface of the emulsion particles, enabling the preparation of W/O creams containing a very large amount of aqueous phase in the internal phase. Furthermore, since the crosslinking agent swells in the silicone fluids and imparts structural viscosity, it is possible to obtain W/O cosmetic formulations with excellent stability.
The hydrophobic portion comes in three types: the standard type composed solely of silicone chains, the alkyl branched type with alkyl chains unrelated to crosslinking, and the silicone / alkyl branched type with both silicone and alkyl branches. Each swells in compatible silicone fluids.
The hydrophilic portion consists of two types: Polyether-modified and Polyglycerin modified. Being three-dimensionally crosslinked, they provide a non-sticky feel. Specifically,polyglycerin modified emulsifying silicone gels offer high water retention and a soft, moisturized feel.
*For product lineup and swelling data, please refer to Product Classification → Emulsifying silicone gels.
KF-6028
KF-6028
A branched silicone chain polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a W/Si emulsifier. It has excellent solubility in oil and can be used to create products with characteristics such as emulsion viscosity and stability. HLB: 4.0
KF-6017
KF-6017
A polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a W/Si emulsifier. HLB: 4.5
KF-6028P
KF-6028P
A branched silicone chain polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a W/Si emulsifier. It has excellent solubility in oil and can be used to create products with characteristics such as emulsion viscosity and stability. HLB: 4.0
KF-6011
KF-6011
A polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a texture modifier and emulsifier. HLB: 14.5
KF-6017P
KF-6017P
A polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a W/Si emulsifier. HLB: 4.5
KF-6048
KF-6048
A branched alkyl chain polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a W/O emulsifier. It exhibits excellent solubility in a wide range of organic oils containing OMC, enabling the production of products with distinctive characteristics such as viscosity and stability of emulsions. HLB: 3.5
KF-6043
KF-6043
A polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a texture modifier and emulsifier. HLB: 14.5
KF-6011P
KF-6011P
A polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a texture modifier and emulsifier. HLB: 14.5
KF-6015
KF-6015
A polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a W/Si emulsifier. HLB: 4.5
KF-6012
KF-6012
A polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a texture modifier and emulsifier. HLB: 7.0
KF-6038
KF-6038
Silicone alkyl chain co-variable polyether modified silicone surfactant. Can be used as an emulsifier for W/Si and W/O systems. Exhibits excellent solubility in both silicone fluid and fatty oils, enabling the production of products characterized by emulsion viscosity and stability. HLB: 3.0
KF-6004
KF-6004
A polyether-modified silicone surfactant that can be used as a texture modifier and emulsifier. Wax-like at room temperature. HLB: 9.0
KF-6180
KF-6180
W/O silicone emulsifier with high emulsification performance for plant oils and UV absorbers.
KF-6115
KF-6115
Silicone alkyl chain co-variable polyglycerol modified silicone surfactant. Excellent adsorption to pigment surfaces and solubility in both silicone fluid and oils, making it useful as an excellent dispersant for pigments in various oil agents. HLB: Low
KF-6104
KF-6104
A polygycerol-modified silicone surfactant with branched silicone chains. Can be used as a W/Si emulsifier. Excellent moisture retention, and emulsions containing this product are easily absorbed by the skin, leaving it feeling very soft and moist. HLB: Low
KF-6105
KF-6105
Silicone alkyl chain comonomer modified polyglycerin silicone surfactant. Can be used as a W/Si and W/O emulsifier. It has excellent solubility in both silicone fluid and oils and fats, enabling the creation of products characterized by their viscosity and stability after emulsification. It has excellent moisture retention properties, and emulsions containing this product are easily absorbed by the skin, giving it a very soft and moist feel. HLB: Low
KF-6106
KF-6106
A polyglycerol-modified silicone surfactant with branched silicone chains. It has high adsorbability to pigment surfaces and can be used as an excellent dispersant for pigments in silicone. HLB: Low
KSG-850Z
KSG-850Z
- This emulsifier has high water retention and is easily absorbed by the skin, giving it a soft, moist feel.
- It can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-360Z
KSG-360Z
A smooth-feeling emulsifier that can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-790
KSG-790
- Silicone gel active agent that enables the design of W/O emulsion formulations with high stability in a wide range of oil agents.
KSG-270
KSG-270
- This emulsifier has a smooth texture and can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
The base oil, phenyl-modified silicone, is highly compatible with silicone fluid, hydrocarbon oil, UV absorbers, and other ingredients, allowing for a wide range of oil combinations.
KSG-340
KSG-340
A smooth-feeling emulsifier that can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-350Z
KSG-350Z
A smooth-feeling emulsifier that can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-810
KSG-810
- This emulsifier has high water retention and is easily absorbed by the skin, giving it a soft, moist feel. It can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-830
KSG-830
- This emulsifier has high water retention and is easily absorbed by the skin, giving it a soft, moist feel..
- It can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-320Z
KSG-320Z
A smooth-feeling emulsifier that can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-310
KSG-310
A smooth-feeling emulsifier that can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-320
KSG-320
A smooth-feeling emulsifier that can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-330
KSG-330
A smooth-feeling emulsifier that can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-840
KSG-840
- This emulsifier has high water retention and is easily absorbed by the skin, giving it a soft, moist feel.
- It can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-240
KSG-240
A smooth-feeling emulsifier that can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-710
KSG-710
- This emulsifier has high water retention and is easily absorbed by the skin, giving it a soft, moist feel.
- It can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-210
KSG-210
A smooth-feeling emulsifier that can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-820Z
KSG-820Z
- This emulsifier has high water retention and is easily absorbed by the skin, giving it a soft, moist feel.
- It can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-820
KSG-820
- This emulsifier has high water retention and is easily absorbed by the skin, giving it a soft, moist feel..
- It can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.
KSG-380Z
KSG-380Z
A smooth-feeling emulsifier that can be used to create unique W/Si and W/O creams.