Cetyl Acohol

Description

INCI: Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol for cosmetic formulations is a long-chain fatty alcohol commonly used as an emollient, emulsifier, and thickening agent in cosmetic and personal care products. Derived from palm or coconut oil, cetyl alcohol is a white, waxy solid that helps to provide a smooth, luxurious texture and improves formulations’ stability.

Key Uses and Benefits:

Cosmetic Formulations
– Acts as an emulsifier to help blend oil and water phases
– Provides thickening and stabilizing properties to creams, lotions, and gels
– Imparts a rich, creamy feel and helps improve spreadability
– Helps prevent separation or syneresis in formulations

Bath and Body Products
– Conditions and softens skin when used in bath oil, body butter, and shower gel
– Contributes to a luxurious, moisturizing lather in bar soaps
– Enhances the smoothness and slip of shaving creams and gels

Hair Care Products
– Helps thicken and stabilize hair conditioners, masks, and treatments
– Improves manageability and reduces static in hair

Cetyl alcohol is a mild, non-irritating ingredient well-tolerated by most skin types. It is commonly used at 1-5% concentrations in a wide range of cosmetic and personal care formulations. Its versatility and functional benefits make it a valuable multifunctional ingredient for product developers.