Cetyl Esters
Our database includes 340 products that contain Cetyl Esters.
Explained
Cetyl Esters is a synthetic wax made up of mostly fatty acids and fatty alcohols. It is strcturally similar to wax taken from whales.
As an emollient, it creates a thin barrier on the skin. This barrier prevents moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
You should know
Concerns
Fungal Acne
May feed Fungal Acne
Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis is a skin condition with acne-like breakouts caused by malassezia, a type of yeast.
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.6%
Top categories
Haircare
Moisturizers
Eye Care
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Cetyl Esters
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
74954
INCI Name
CETYL ESTERS
All Functions
Emollient, Skin Conditioning
