Grant Industries has launched Gransil NYKT-P (INCI: Dimethicone/Mercaptopropyl Methicone Copolymer (and) Phenyl Trimethicone (and) Melaleuca (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil), a new patent pending hair care technology designed for straightening, styling and anti-frizz applications.
Based on consumer-friendly silicone chemistry Gransil NYKT-P is 100% formaldehyde-free. Applications include shampoos, conditioners, and leave-on products and it is effective at low use levels, 0.5%-5% depending on application. For a Gransil NYKT-P system demonstration video see www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLxemVVUv5Y Also being launched are Gransil SiW-066 (INCI: Dimethicone (and) Polysilicone-11 (and) Butylene Glycol (and) Water (and) Decyl Glucoside) and Gransil VX-409 (Bis-PEG-8 Dimethicone) two new silicone materials designed for enhanced sensory aesthetics in water-based applications. Gransil SiW-066 is an easy to formulate, process friendly micro-dispersion of silicone-inwater. An outer aqueous design allows silicone elastomer to easily be added to the water-phase of formulations with no heat required. Gransil SiW- 066 is ideal for cold processing where elegant products can be created with simple mixing. Applications include skin care, colour cosmetics, body care, and sun care. Use level is 5%-40%. Gransil VX-409 offers 100% water-solubility for use in toners, light lotions, serums, and wipe applications. Gransil VX-409 is an easy cold process addition for water-based formulations requiring a silicone-feel. Use level is 1%-10%.
