Crafters Choice™ LuxGlide N350 (Natural Dimethicone Alternative)

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI):
Diheptyl Succinate (and) Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer

Directions:

DIRECTIONS: Slowly stir into liquid oils. Common use levels are TBD. We recommend beginning with 0.5-3%. Usage levels vary per product.

TIPS: This silicone -free alternative to dimethicone takes a a couple minutes to fully absorb into skin. Once fully absorbed, there should be no greasy after touch, making it ideal for hair and leave on skin care products. Test your final product to insure optimal performance. Protect clothing and work area when mixing.

STORAGE: Store in an airtight, cool, dark location. When stored properly, best used within 1 year from date of purchase.

CAUTION: For external use only. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

   • Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
   • Animal Testing Statement

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Posted By: Mine   |   January 25, 2021

"The reason I avoid silicones is that it takes harsher anionic surfactants to wash them out completely. I only use shampoos with a combination of Cocamidopropyl Betaine, glucosides (Coco, C/C, Decyl), and/or Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate. Would any of these be strong enough to wash this product out with one round of shampoo?"

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Staff Answer This is a silicone alternative therefore you will have the sticky after-feel of silicone bases ingredients.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 26, 2021

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Posted By: Susan   |   January 06, 2021

"Can this be used in body butter and lotion bars?"

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Staff Answer Yes this can be used to improve the skin feel in both body butter and lotion bars.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 08, 2021

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Posted By: Melissa   |   December 10, 2020

"Is LuxGlide N350 Comedogenic or non Comedogenic? "

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Staff Answer We have not found this to be comedogenic.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 14, 2020

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Posted By: Cassandra   |   November 15, 2020

"Is this a cationic conditioning agent?"

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Staff Answer Not to our knowledge.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 17, 2020

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Posted By: William   |   November 09, 2020

"Do you need to calculate the HLB for Luxglide N350 and N5?"

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Staff Answer They can be calculated as you would calculate Cyclomethicone or Dimethicone.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 10, 2020

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Posted By: Allie   |   October 23, 2020

"If I add this to the African Shea Butter Souffle recipe, how much do I add?"

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Staff Answer Recommended usage rate is .5-3%. We recommend starting at the lowest and adding until you reach desired outcome.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 26, 2020

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Posted By: Allana   |   September 22, 2020

"Can this ingredient be used in an Organic formula? EcoCert? thank you"

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Staff Answer This is not considered organic but this is EcoCert.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 23, 2020

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Posted By: Tyler Fenix   |   August 20, 2020

"Will luxglide N350 offer heat protection for the hair against blowdrying, hot tools (flat/curing irons)? Is there a maximum heat usage documented? Thanks."

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Staff Answer This product is not meant to provide any heat protection in hair products.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 20, 2020

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Posted By: Cree   |   July 18, 2020

"Can this product be used in non-water based body butter in place of arrowroot powder? And if so, is there an idea of how much can be used per pound? Thank you in advance. "

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Staff Answer This product is oil soluble so would mix well in a body butter. You would need to test the amount to use by making a small batch then adding a small amount of N350 at a time.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 21, 2020

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Posted By: Wonderful Me   |   June 17, 2020

"Is this product safe to use in your lips?"

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Staff Answer Yes, this can be used in lip products.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 19, 2020

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Posted By: Stacy   |   March 07, 2020

"Can I use this in a lotion that includes witch hazel?"

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Staff Answer We do not see that this would cause a problem. Of course, any additions or changes to your formula should always be tested for compatibility.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 09, 2020

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Posted By: Charlette   |   January 07, 2020

"Is LuxGlide considered non-comedogenic?"

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Staff Answer Yes, the LuxGlide N350 is comedogenic.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 22, 2020

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Posted By: gina   |   November 27, 2019

"if i use the luxglide 350 and jojoba oil plus fragrence how much do i i use of each for a 2oz body spray ?"

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Staff Answer This is something you will need to test. Jojoba oil would be your main ingredient. We would recommend starting with 1-2% LuxGlide to see how the product feels. Add more as needed. Fragrance oil in a body spray is usually added at 2% so in a 2 oz. batch, would equal 1 milliliter.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 02, 2019

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Posted By: KATI   |   October 18, 2019

"I am looking for an all natural (I don’t want any synthetics) ingredient to add into the conditioner base fo provide more silky conditioner treatment. Is this the right ingredient to add into the conditioner base? If yes, what is recommendation amount for 8oz conditioner base? Conditioner base I’m referring to: https://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/products/hair-conditioner-base.aspx"

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Staff Answer We would recommend using either LuxGlide N350 or LuxGlide N5 which are natural alternatives to Cyclomethicone and Dimethicone. We recommend reading the information for both ingredients and see which one you feel you would like in your product. Recommended usage is .5-3%. You should always start with the lesser amount which is .5%. This can be increased to get the feel you are looking for up to 3%. In a 8 oz. bottle, this would equal approximately 1 ml.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 21, 2019

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Posted By: omar   |   August 14, 2019

"does it have an occlusive properties like the synthetic Dimethicone?"

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Staff Answer Yes, this will form a protective coating over the skin or hair as does dimethicone. Here is a link to an article explaining these natural alternatives: https://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/handmade101/learn-to-make-articles/a-chemists-perspective-on-luxglide-n5-and-n350.aspx

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 14, 2019

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Posted By: Christine   |   June 25, 2019

"Can this be used in perfume oil recipes? And of the two choices here which one is better to use?"

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Staff Answer Either ingredient can be used in a perfume oil recipe. You may want to try both and decide which feels better for you. They will both give the skin that soft, non-greasy after-feel.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 25, 2019

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Posted By: Kenyona   |   June 06, 2019

"Do the LuxGlide N350 (Natural Dimethicone Alternative) or the LuxGlide N5 (Natural Cyclomethicone Alternative) have a flash point and or they safe to use with heat styling tools. Curling or Flat Irons.. Thanks "

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Staff Answer You can find the flashpoints on the SCS sheets attached to the products. They have a flashpoint of 392°F for N350 and 377°F for N5. These should be fine for us with heat styling tools.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 07, 2019

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Posted By: Ashley   |   May 07, 2019

"Will this cause product build up in hair over time like silicons do, or is it water soluble? Trying to stay with curly girl method approved formulations. Also is there a cetyl alcohol-like product that could be recommended? I'm not finding a listing on the site and not sure if there is an available alternative. Thank you. "

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Staff Answer These LuxGlide products are not water soluble but they are a light and non-greasy oil. We cannot say for sure if they would cause build-up over time. We do not, at this time, have a cetyl alcohol-like product as an alternative.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 08, 2019

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Posted By: Aunty Rhonda   |   March 19, 2019

"Is there a specific temperature, or time in a recipe when this product should be added? I still have cyclomethicone left...do either of them need to be added at a certain temperature, or is it just to the liquid oils"

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Staff Answer There really is no specific time or temperature to add this product. Here is a link to an article that might be helpful to you: http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/handmade101/learn-to-make-articles/a-chemists-perspective-on-luxglide-n5-and-n350.aspx

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 19, 2019

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Posted By: Jean   |   February 24, 2019

"Is this added with Oil Heat Phase or add during cool down phase? "

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Staff Answer This can be added to the heat phase of your formula.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 26, 2019

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Posted By: Diane   |   February 04, 2019

"Will this act as an occlusive in cream . I think autocorrect got me last question "

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Staff Answer Yes, this would be considered an occlusive moisturizer.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 04, 2019

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Posted By: Aimee   |   February 01, 2019

"For this and the N5 can they be replaced 1:1 for the silicones they are alternatives for?"

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Staff Answer Substituting 1:1 is a good starting point. You may need to adjust, adding more or less, once you test it in your product.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 04, 2019

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Posted By: Erin   |   January 30, 2019

"Is there any plant based natural product to replace silicone and silicone alternative? I would like to leave this ingredient out altogether, if at all possible. Thank you for your time."

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Staff Answer The LuxGlide N350 and N5 are both 100% vegetable derived. Here is a link to an article describing these ingredients: http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/handmade101/learn-to-make-articles/A-Chemists-Perspective-on-LuxGlide-N5-and-N350.aspx

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 31, 2019

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Posted By: Lori   |   January 22, 2019

"Dimethicone is found in many lip balms, Can this be used in lip care preparations? It is not indicated in your current information."

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Staff Answer Yes, both ingredients are safe for use in lip products.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 29, 2019

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Posted By: Orion   |   January 22, 2019

"What makes LuxGlide 'natural' - from what plant (or animal) are the ingredients derived? Is it vegan? Thanks!"

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Staff Answer This product is derived from castor and plant oils and is considered vegan.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 23, 2019

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Posted By: Kara   |   November 27, 2018

"What are the usage rates for this product?"

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Staff Answer Here is what is listed on our website for this product: "DIRECTIONS: Slowly stir into liquid oils. Common use levels are TBD. We recommend beginning with 0.5-3%. Usage levels vary per product." You will need to experiment to get the right amount for the product you are making.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 28, 2018

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Posted By: PATRICIA   |   November 08, 2018

"How would you use in lotion while heating oil and wax or after off the het"

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Staff Answer We recommend adding once the lotion has emulsified.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 12, 2018

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Posted By: Sandra Lee   |   November 08, 2018

"How does this product compare to using Honeyquat? "

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Staff Answer This is a replacement for dimethicone. We have not tested it as a replacement for honeyquat.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 11, 2018

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