AccessSIL ACT-99A

High-Performance Cationic Silicone Emulsion for Superior Hair Conditioning

INCI Name: Amodimethicone (and) Cetrimonium Chloride (and) Trideceth-12

AccessSIL ACT-99A is a powerful, easy-to-use conditioning agent designed to repair and protect damaged hair. This pre-emulsified, amine-functional silicone provides targeted conditioning by adhering to the most damaged areas of the hair cuticle, delivering exceptional softness, detangling, and frizz control without causing heavy buildup. It is an ideal ingredient for creating high-performance conditioners, shampoos, and leave-in treatments.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Rinse-Off Conditioners

Delivers superior wet and dry combing, exceptional softness, and a silky smooth feel, making it perfect for daily and deep conditioners.
Leave-In Treatments & Serums

Provides long-lasting frizz control, heat protection, and cuticle smoothing for manageable, shiny hair without a greasy or heavy feel.
Conditioning Shampoos

Offers excellent dilution stability, enabling 2-in-1 systems that cleanse effectively while leaving hair soft and manageable.
Hair Masks & Repair Treatments

Provides deep, targeted conditioning to chemically treated or mechanically damaged hair, helping to restore a healthy look and feel.
Hair Color Protection Products

Forms a protective film that helps lock in hair color, reducing fading from wash-out and improving vibrancy and shine.
Detangling Sprays

Instantly improves comb-through on wet or dry hair, reducing breakage and making styling easier for all hair types.

How to Use AccessSIL ACT-99A in Your Formulations

Understanding AccessSIL ACT-99A

AccessSIL ACT-99A is what formulators call a cationic emulsion of an amine-functional silicone. In simple terms, it’s a “smart” conditioner for hair care products. Damaged hair tends to carry a negative charge, and because this ingredient is cationic (positively charged), it’s naturally attracted to those damaged areas. The result is targeted conditioning exactly where it’s needed most—without over-depositing on healthier hair that can lead to weight or buildup.

The key active, Amodimethicone, is a modified silicone renowned for smoothing the hair cuticle, reducing frizz, and imparting a silky feel. It’s supplied in a pre-emulsified liquid form with cationic and nonionic surfactants, so it disperses easily into water-based systems like conditioners and shampoos. This eliminates the complexity of emulsifying a viscous silicone oil yourself, making it straightforward for both beginner and advanced formulators.

Formulation Tips

Use AccessSIL ACT-99A at 1–6%. For everyday conditioners and shampoos, 1–3% is a solid starting point. For deep masks, intensive repair systems, or very damaged hair, 4–6% is recommended.

It’s easy to incorporate. You can add it to the water phase before heating and emulsification, or simply add it during cool-down below 40°C (104°F) and stir gently to ensure uniform distribution. It performs best in formulas with pH 4.0–7.5 and offers excellent dilution stability in shampoos. Compatibility is broad with most cationic and nonionic ingredients.

Key Performance Benefits:

Targeted Damage Repair: Deposits preferentially on negatively charged, damaged sites to deliver focused conditioning without heavy buildup.
Superior Detangling & Softness: Significantly reduces wet and dry combing forces, minimizing breakage and leaving a silky, smooth feel.
Enhanced Color Protection: Forms a protective, durable film that helps reduce wash-out and supports longer-lasting color vibrancy and shine.
Excellent Frizz Control: Smooths the cuticle and tames flyaways, delivering a sleek, polished look—even in humid conditions.
Easy to Formulate: Pre-emulsified liquid can be stirred in at room temperature during cool-down, simplifying processing and saving time.
Silky, Non-Greasy Feel: High-performance conditioning with a lightweight finish that won’t make hair feel coated or heavy.

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Benefits	Damage Repair, Detangling, Frizz Control, Hair Care Benefits, Smooth Spreadability, Texture & Sensory
INCI Name	Amodimethicone (and) Cetrimonium Chloride (and) Trideceth-12
Usage Rate	1%-6%
Functional Type	Cationic Conditioning Agents, Conditioning Agents, Sensory Modifiers, Silicones, Substantive Conditioning Polymers
Phase Compatibility	Cool-Down Phase, Water Phase
Application Area	Hair, Scalp
Product Type Suitability	Conditioners, Hair Styling, Masks & Treatments, Shampoos
Certifications	Cruelty-Free, Vegan
Physical Form	Liquid

Frequently Asked Questions About AccessSIL ACT-99A

It’s a powerful conditioning agent that makes hair soft, smooth, and easy to comb. It targets damaged areas for focused repair, reduces frizz, and adds shine.

Start at 2–4% in rinse-off conditioners. Use 1–2% for lightweight or daily conditioners, and 4–6% for deep masks or products for severely damaged hair.

Add during cool-down below 40°C (104°F) and stir gently for even distribution. You can also add it to the water phase before heating.

Yes—Amodimethicone is a silicone. Unlike older silicones, it’s designed to deposit mainly on damaged areas and then rinse away more readily, which helps limit buildup while delivering benefits hard to replicate with other chemistries.

Absolutely. It shows excellent dilution stability in shampoos, enabling 2-in-1 systems that cleanse effectively while providing noticeable conditioning.

It deposits preferentially on damaged sites, so it’s less likely to weigh hair down. For very fine hair, stay at the lower end of the usage range (1–2%).

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