| abstract |
A method for preparing a personal care formulation is provided, the method comprising: (a) providing a clear thickened blend comprising: based on the clear thickened co- 1% to 10% by weight of carbohydrate-based gelling agent, based on the weight of the blend; 0% to 79% by weight of polar oil, based on the weight of the clear thickening blend; based on the clear 20% to 99% by weight of the thickened blend of short-chain silanols of structure (I), wherein n is an average of 1 to 40; and 0 wt% to 30 wt% organomodified silicone, based on the weight of the clear thickening blend; (b) providing at least one personal care additive; (c) optionally, providing a carrier; and (d) combining the clear thickened blend, the at least one personal care additive, and the optional carrier to form a personal care formulation. |