BRB 1018
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INCI Name:
Dimethiconol (and) TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
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Chemical Type:
High-Viscosity Silicone Emulsion (Anionic)
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Active Silicone Content:
60% Dimethiconol
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Appearance:
White to off-white liquid emulsion
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pH:
6.0–8.0
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Alternate Names:
- BRB 1018
- Silicone Conditioner BRB 1018
- Dimethiconol Emulsion
- Silicone Hair Conditioning Agent
- Equivalent to DOWSIL 1785 / XIAMETER MEM-1785
Key Benefits:
- Provides excellent wet and dry combing
- Leaves hair silky, smooth, and soft
- Reduces frizz and flyaways
- Enhances shine and hair manageability
- Forms a protective conditioning film on the hair
- Ideal for shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks
Benefits & Uses (Short):
- Used in conditioning shampoos
- Ideal for rinse-off and leave-in conditioners
- Suitable for hair masks and serums
- Reduces hair breakage during combing
- Provides long-lasting softness and shine
Recommended Usage Level:
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2-in-1 Shampoos: 1% – 4%
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Hair Conditioners: 2% – 5%
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Hair Masks: 2% – 5%
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Leave-in Treatments: 0.5% – 2%
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Hair Styling Products: 0.5% – 3%
Formulation Tip: Add BRB 1018 during the cool-down phase below 40–45°C to prevent the silicone emulsion from breaking. Mix gently after addition.
How It Works (Short):
- Deposits high-molecular-weight Dimethiconol onto the hair surface
- Forms a thin protective film that smooths the hair cuticle
- Improves wet and dry combability while reducing friction
- Enhances softness, gloss, and frizz control
- Works especially well with cationic polymers such as Polyquaternium-10 and Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride for enhanced conditioning
Key Benefits for Hair Care Formulations:
- Premium silicone conditioning agent
- Long-lasting silky feel
- Improves hair shine
- Reduces static electricity
- Compatible with most shampoo and conditioner systems
FAQs:
Q: What is BRB 1018 used for?
A: BRB 1018 is a silicone conditioning emulsion used in shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, and styling products to improve softness, shine, and combability.
Q: Is BRB 1018 water-soluble?
A: It is supplied as a water-based silicone emulsion, making it easy to incorporate into aqueous hair care formulations.
Q: When should BRB 1018 be added to a formulation?
A: It should be added during the cool-down phase below 40–45°C to maintain emulsion stability.
Q: Can BRB 1018 be used in sulfate-free shampoos?
A: Yes. It is compatible with many shampoo systems, including sulfate-free formulations, provided overall formulation compatibility is confirmed.
Q: Which ingredients work well with BRB 1018?
A: Polyquaternium-10, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Hydrolyzed Proteins, Glycerin, Aloe Vera Extract, and conditioning surfactants.
