title: Study of silicone vehicles for Aloe vera.
abstract: The effect of different surfactants on the synthesis of a silicone latex is studied. Distinct formulations were mixed and then tested with regard to stability as a function of time and temperature. The ones with the best characteristics for acting as a vehicle for the active cosmetic ingredient Aloe vera are indicated.
authors.affiliation: Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Technology Department, School of Pharmacy, University of Granada, E-18071 Granada, Spain.
authors.forename: V
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Gallardo
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Montoya
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Ruiz
mesh_terms: D000504:Aloe; D004337:Drug Carriers; D006863:Hydrogen-Ion Concentration; D012828:Silicones; D013501:Surface-Active Agents
chemical_list: D004337:Drug Carriers; D012828:Silicones; D013501:Surface-Active Agents