Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) is a low odor, high purity solvent and carrier which offers a safe, effective delivery enhancement mechanism for active ingredients in personal care products. Sunless tanners, facial and eye-zone treatments, skin serums, anti-acne formulations and make-up removers are just some of the products whose performance can be improved.

Enhances penetration of actives to the epidermis. Improves shelf stability of active ingredients. Offers miscibility in water, in most organic solvents and non-ionic surfactants.
The ability to transport water soluble actives into skin.

Dimethyl Isosorbide is soluble in a variety of ingredients including water, cottonseed oil, isopropanol, isopropyl myristate, propylene glycol, polysorbate 20, and polysorbate 80. It is insoluble in hydrogenated castor oil, lanolin, mineral oils or silicone oil (dimethicone).

Suggested Usage: 1 - 10%
Appearance: Clear oily liquid
Solubility: Soluble in water (see above)
INCI: Dimethyl Isosorbide

Caution: Do not directly apply onto your skin. Handle with care. Eye irritant. This product should be added to a formulation at the recommended usage rate.

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