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Comparatively Speaking: Higher vs. Lower Levels of Surfactant Silicone
By: Anthony J. O'Lenick, Jr., Siltech LLC
Posted: November 18, 2009
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The ability to alter the aesthetics by lowering surface tension and/or form thixotropic gels using natural oils can create different skin feel and properties.

