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Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as en emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Cetearyl alcohol can also help thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Cetearyl alcohol is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne. In general, it is best to speak with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
People also like: Glycerin, Niacinamide, Panthenol
People also dislike: Niacinamide, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid
Also known as: (C16-C18) Alkyl Alcohol, C1618, C16-18 Alcohols, Cetostearyl Alcohol, and Cetyl/Stearyl Alcohol
Cetearyl Alcohol is a somewhat common cosmetic ingredient, with about 15.9% of the products in our database containing it.
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Where it's used
Cetearyl Alcohol is most often found as ingredient number 8 within an ingredient list.
These are the categories of products that use Cetearyl Alcohol the most:
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Products with Cetearyl Alcohol
CosIng Data
- CosIng ID: 75132
- INCI Name: CETEARYL ALCOHOL
- EC #: Â 267-008-6 / -
- Ph. Eur. Name: alcohol cetylicus et stearylicus
- All Functions: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Foam Boosting, Opacifying, Surfactant, Viscosity Controlling
