Shin-Etsu Released New Bio-Based Silicone Elastomers for Clea
Keywords: bio-based silicone, Shin-Etsu Silicone, personal care silicone, clean beauty, sustainable elastomer
Key Sentence: Sustainable bio-based silicone materials with renewable components become a new development trend for the global beauty and skincare industry.
Japanese silicone giant Shin-Etsu launched two new eco-friendly silicone products on June 9, 2026, including upgraded bio-based silicone elastomers and WHP-100MS hybrid functional powder. The new elastomer contains more than 30% renewable raw materials, retaining excellent elasticity and skin-friendly compatibility compared with traditional silicone. Targeted at the booming clean beauty market, these low-irritation and partially biodegradable silicones are widely applicable to sunscreen, foundation and facial cream, and have received cooperation intentions from multiple international high-end cosmetic brands.
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