Cetostearyl Alcohol

CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL is an emollient derived from plants that can be used in a variety of personal care and cosmetic applications. It is a waxy, white solid that is known to be an excellent emulsifying, thickening, and emollient agent. CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL is used in formulations since it enhances the texture, stability, and skin feel of the end product.

 

  • Synonyms
  • Chemical Formula
    C₁₈H₃₈O
  • CAS Number
    67762-27-0

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Characteristics

Uses and Applications

Key applications

  • Emollient

Industries

  • Beauty & Personal Care

Applications:

Emollient:

  • Gives the skin a silky touch and makes the skin feel as soft as silk.

  • Assists in enhancing the cohesiveness and effectiveness of application to the skin of skincare products.

Thickener:

  • Helps in achieving the right consistency and thickness of personal care products.

  • Used to give the lotions, creams and hair conditioners a thick and creamy texture.

 

Emulsifier:

  • Helps in the creation and solidification of the emulsions.

  • Aids in the emulsification and distribution of oil and water soluble components.

 

Consistency Enhancer:

  • Enhances the rheological characteristics of formulations and their general cohesiveness.

  • Aids in achieving an even product surface and texture.

  

Stabiliser:

  • Improves the shelf-life and durability of products.

  • Helps to avoid phase separation and provides for the product’s stability in the long run.

 

Packing

CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL is usually sold in solid phase and is supplied in drums or bags.

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