Cetyl/stearyl alcohol
Cetostearyl alcohol acts as a consistency building agent thus increasing the viscosity of the system. It also acts as a co-emulsifier and can also be used in the preparation of nonaqueous creams and sticks.
Cetyl/stearyl alcohol
| Cetyl/stearyl alcohol | |
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| Primary function | Co-emulsifier |
| Typical use level | IID level for topical route is 12% w/w. As a co-emulsifier for creams, it can be evaluated up to 7 - 8% w/w, but for lotions, the usage level can be as low as 5% w/w. |
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| Benefits / Claims | In combination with surfactants, Cetostearyl alcohol forms emulsions with very complex microstructures, which can include liquid crystals, lamellar structures, and gel phases. Also functions as a viscosifier |
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