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Cetearyl Alcohol

Updated: Jul 2

INCI: Cetearyl Alcohol


USAGE RATE: 0.5 - 10%


MELTING POINT: 54c


SOLUBLE: Oil


APPEARANCE: White waxy flakes


USES: Co emulsifier or thickener in cosmetic formulations.


FACT: Cetearyl Alcohol is composed of fatty acids, stearyl alcohol and cetyl alcohol. Its

a non-gelling thickener, viscosity and consistency enhancer in formulations. Works also in water-free products like lipsticks. Acts as co-emulsifier at concentrations under 2%. Has emollient, moisturizing, and foam boosting properties.

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