BRB 1018 (Serashine 1785)

A premium silicone blend for smooth, lightweight formulations.
BRB 1018 delivers a silky feel, quick-drying performance, and enhanced spreadability in skincare, haircare, and cosmetics.

• ✔ Silky, smooth texture
• ✔ Lightweight & non-greasy
• ✔ Quick-drying formula
• ✔ Ideal for serums, primers & haircare

About BRB 1018 (Serashine 1785)

BRB 1018 (Serashine 1785) is a high-performance silicone blend combining volatile cyclic silicones and dimethicone. Designed for modern cosmetic formulations, it delivers a lightweight, silky skin feel with fast absorption and excellent spreadability.

This versatile ingredient enhances the sensory profile of products, making them feel smooth, soft, and non-greasy upon application. Its volatile components allow for quick drying, while the non-volatile silicones form a protective, conditioning film on the skin or hair.

Ideal for both skincare and haircare formulations, BRB 1018 is widely used in products that require a premium finish and superior performance.

🌟 Key Benefits

• ✨ Silky Smooth Texture – enhances product feel and spreadability
• ⚡ Quick-Drying – ideal for fast-absorbing formulations
• 💧 Lightweight & Non-Greasy – comfortable on skin and hair
• 🛡️ Film-Forming – helps protect and reduce moisture loss
• 💇 Hair Conditioning – improves shine and manageability

🧪 Applications

• ✔ Face serums & creams
• ✔ Primers & foundations
• ✔ Hair serums & leave-in conditioners
• ✔ Hair sprays & styling products
• ✔ Lotions & lightweight emulsions

⚗️ How It Works

BRB 1018 works through a combination of silicones:

• Volatile silicones → provide fast drying and light feel
• Dimethicone → forms a protective, conditioning layer
• Together → create a smooth, silky, and long-lasting finish

📊 Recommended Usage

👉 Add during cool-down phase or oil phase depending on formulation.

⚙️ Technical Details

• Product Name: BRB 1018 (Serashine 1785)
• INCI: Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Dimethicone
• Appearance: Clear liquid
• Type: Silicone blend
• Function: Emollient, film former, texture enhancer
• Volatility: Partial (fast-drying effect)

💡 Formulation Tips

• Ideal for lightweight, non-greasy formulations
• Combine with oils or actives for enhanced performance
• Perfect for serums and primers requiring smooth finish
• Avoid excessive heating to preserve volatile components