The cosmetics silicone oil market is steadily expanding, and technological innovation is empowering the upgrade of the beauty industry
Key points
With the upgrading of beauty products and the iteration of product formulas, cosmetics silicone oil, due to its excellent skin sensation regulation, moisturizing and repairing properties, has become a core category in the beauty raw materials field. The market size continues to grow. Technological innovation is also promoting the continuous expansion of its application scenarios, and the industry has entered a new stage of high-quality development.

1. Market size continues to rise. Demand driven by segmentation
In recent years, the domestic beauty industry has been booming. Consumers' requirements for skin sensation and efficacy of cosmetics have been continuously improving, driving the market demand for cosmetics silicone oil to steadily increase. According to data, the market size of cosmetics silicone oil in China reached approximately 8 billion yuan in 2023, with a year-on-year growth of 12%. It is expected to exceed 10 billion yuan in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of around 10%. From the perspective of application scenarios, skincare products, makeup products, and hair care products are the core demand areas. Among them, silicone oil is used in skincare products to regulate skin sensation and lock in moisture and hydration, in makeup products to help products adhere and last longer, and in hair care products to achieve smooth hair and hair cuticle repair. The vigorous demand in these segmented categories has become the core driving force for market growth. 

2. Product Category Refinement: Meeting Diverse Formula Requirements
The product system of cosmetic silicone oil has been continuously improved. Main categories such as dimethicone and cyclic polysiloxanes have been refined through the regulation of molecular weight and viscosity to meet the formula requirements of various cosmetics. Low-viscosity silicone oil offers a lightweight feel and is mostly used in清爽 type skin care products like serums and lotions; high-viscosity silicone oil has strong film-forming properties and is commonly used in sun protection and foundation products that require long-lasting film formation. At the same time， customized silicone oil products for different skin types and hair types have been gradually launched， catering to specialized markets such as sensitive skin skin care products and damaged hair care products， further meeting the differentiated demands of the beauty market. 

3. Technological Innovation Breakthrough: Enhancing Product Safety and Performance
The industry focuses on the upgrading of silicone oil modification technology and purification processes. Through organic silicon modification technology, the skin-friendly and biocompatible properties of silicone oil are optimized, the irritancy of the product is reduced, making it more suitable for sensitive skin, children's cosmetics and other special categories. At the same time, green production processes are gradually becoming widespread, significantly reducing energy consumption and pollutant emissions in the production process. This not only improves the purity and safety of the product but also promotes the industry's transition towards environmental protection, achieving a dual upgrade in performance and environmental friendliness. 

4. Promising Industry Outlook: Integration Becomes a New Trend
In the future, cosmetic silicone oil will evolve towards a more multi-functional and natural integration direction. It will be combined with plant extracts and bioactive components to create compound raw materials that offer both skin feel and efficacy. Additionally, with the globalization of the beauty industry, the technology and quality of domestic cosmetic silicone oil are continuously improving. They are gradually breaking through overseas technical barriers and occupying a more significant position in the global supply chain, promoting the deep integration of beauty raw material industries and end products.