Color Cosmetics — Process Challenge

Adhesion Polymers & Coverage Powders for Makeup

Adhesive polymer and silicone systems for buildable coverage that adheres evenly across skin textures
Why It Matters
Adhesive polymer and silicone systems for buildable coverage that adheres evenly across skin textures
Solution Approach

Adhesive polymer and silicone systems for buildable coverage that adheres evenly across skin textures RawSource supplies the base chemicals that go into these programs. We can help with product selection, grade matching, and sourcing from multiple origins for supply security.

Typical Treatment Workflow
1
System Assessment
Characterize operating conditions—fluid composition, temperature, pressure, flow rates—and benchmark current treatment performance.
2
Chemistry Selection
Match base chemicals to your operating envelope. Factor in compatibility with existing programs, regulatory constraints, and downstream impacts.
3
Dosage & Delivery
Determine optimal treat rates through jar testing or field trials. Configure packaging (drums, totes, ISO tanks) to match consumption and storage logistics.
4
Monitoring & Adjustment
Track KPIs—coupon rates, residuals, separator performance, water quality. Adjust chemistry and dosage as conditions change.
Recommended Chemistries (5)
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
CAS 176429-87-1
Polymers & Resins
Pemulen-type emulsion stabilizer and thickener
Forms an even, flexible film that binds pigment to skin for buildable, non-cracking coverage
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Dimethicone
CAS 9006-65-9
Silicone Fluids & Oils
Silicone fluid for slip and after-feel
Spreads the pigment film smoothly over uneven skin texture and improves wear feel
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Titanium Dioxide
CAS 13463-67-7
Mineral Fillers & Pigments
White pigment and UV opacifier
Delivers the opacity that creates perceived coverage
Melting Point: 1860 °C (decomposes)   Boiling Point: 2500–3000 °C at 760 mmHg   Density: 3.9 to 4.2
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Boron Nitride
CAS 10043-11-5
Specialty Additives
Soft-focus powder with superb skin feel
Platelet powder improves payoff adhesion and soft-focus blur over pores and fine lines
Physical Description: Solid; Insoluble; Crystallizes into 3 forms: al…
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Isopropyl Myristate
CAS 110-27-0
Esters
Dry-feel penetrating emollient
Aids even spread of the pigment layer for uniform laydown
Melting Point: Approximately 3 °C   Boiling Point: 588 K (315 °C) at 760 mm Hg   Density: 0.8532 g/cu cm at 20 °C
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