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Nylon-12. Used in powder preparations, foundations, nail polishes and aerosols.
Details
Industry
Producer
Supplier
Advantages
- Provides a good skin feel
- smoothing the skin and reducing shine
- very good resistance to fats, oils, salt solutions, and many other solvents
- Lowest water absorption of all commercially available polyamides
- Reduces shine in emulsions and sun screen formulations with a high oil or UV filter content
- Optimal fine particle size grade for use in color cosmetics
Other Applications
Decorative cosmetics/Make-up > Foundations & Concealers (creams, fluids)
Decorative cosmetics/Make-up > Nail polishes
Decorative cosmetics/Make-up > Powders & Blushes
Decorative cosmetics/Make-up > Eyes Shadows & Creams
Storage
The products should be stored in rooms protected from moisture, heat, or cold. A storage temperature of 30 °C should not be exceeded. Shelf life is at least two years after the production date, provided the packaging is not damaged or opened.
Handling
Use Level: 1.0-6.0%
Technical data
| Quantity | Value | Unit | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance Properties | |||
| Physical state | powder | ||
| Chemical Properties | |||
| Shelf Life | >24 | month | |
| Water absorption | 0.52 | % | ISO 62;23°C, 50% RH |
| Water absorption | 1.93 | % | ISO 62;100°C, saturation |
| Water absorption | 1.33 | % | ISO 62;23°C, 96% RH |