Cetyl Alcohol

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Description 

Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol that acts as a thickener, emulsion stabilizer, and opacifier in formulations. It can provide a distinct velvety finish to creams and lotions, imparting a softer and smoother feel to the skin. Its lasting emollient properties also contribute to more effective absorption and retention in the epidermis. This versatile ingredient is suitable for use in a variety of products.

Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol and is used as a thickener, emulsion stabiliser and opacifier. It adds body and viscosity to creams and lotions, improving the texture and feel with its characteristic velvety finish. 

It imparts emollient properties to formulations; this is due to its absorption and retention in the epidermis where it lubricates and softens the skin. It is a versatile ingredient that can be used in all types of products. 

Cetyl Alcohol has a non-ionic charge with an HLB of 15.5. 

This product is intended for external use only. 
 
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Specifications

INCI Cetyl alcohol 
CAS Number 36653-82-4 
Potential Applications Creams, lotions, haircare, body butters, balms, scrubs, solid bars, makeup 
Usage Up to 5% in emulsions and higher amounts for oil-based products 
Solubility Oil Soluble
Palm Free No - RSPO MB
Vegan   Yes
Tested on animals No
Contains GMO No
Country of origin Thailand/Malaysia 
Documents SDS
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Reviewed by Anu M.
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Cetyl alcohol

Makes the lotion smooth and glidy .

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Reviewed by Mathew O.
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I recommend this product
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Creaminess of the cream

Got this with other stuffs to make an emulsified whip for my kids and it works super well. Their skin looks very different now in a much better way as it is well hydrated

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Reviewed by Sukhbir K. S.
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I recommend this product
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Second emulsifier

Used cetyl alcohol to make a face Lotion along with Olivem 1000. Highly recommended.

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