Momentive Performance Materials today introduced Tospearl* 150KA
silicone microspheres with a proprietary, spiky surface that can help
the delivery of enhanced soft focus benefits in skin care and color
cosmetic products. In addition, Tospearl 150KA microspheres continue
to display the outstanding lubricity and buttery feel that is
characteristic of Momentive´s Tospearl technology. The INCI name for
the new product is Polymethylsilsesquioxane.
Tospearl 150KA microfine spherical silicone resin particles have a
three-dimensional network structure. The spikes on the surface cause
increased scattering of light that significantly enhances the line
blurring and soft focus properties already displayed by Tospearl
technology. The main performance benefits of this product, i.e.,
outstanding lubricity and exceptional line blurring, make it an
excellent candidate to consider for the formulation of skin care
products, foundations, lipsticks and sunscreens.
Beatriz Blanco, global marketing manager, Momentive Performance
Materials, commented, "Tospearl 150KA Microspheres is a great addition
to our Tospearl family of silicone Microspheres. At Momentive we are
committed to delivering creative technical solutions that provide
consumer delight and a luxurious feel. This new powder is an
outstanding example of delivering on our promise."
Momentive Performance Materials offers a wide range of Tospearl
microspheres that differ in particle size and range for formulators to
consider in supporting multiple performance attributes in skin care,
color cosmetics, sunscreens and hair care products.
About the Company:
Momentive Performance Materials is a premier specialty materials
company, providing high-technology materials solutions to the
silicones, quartz and ceramics markets. The company is a global leader
with worldwide operations, a robust product portfolio,
industry-leading research and development capabilities, and a long
tradition of service excellence. Momentive Performance Materials Inc.
is controlled by an affiliate of Apollo Management, L.P. Additional
information is available at www.momentive.com.
* Tospearl is a trademark of Momentive Performance Materials Inc.