Cetyl alcohol
Cetyl alcohol is a mixture of solid aliphatic alcohols comprising mainly of a 16 carbon straight chain alcohol. In lotions, creams, and ointments, it acts as a weak water-in-oil emulsifier and can be part of a mixed emulsifier system.
Cetyl alcohol
| Cetyl alcohol | |
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| Primary function | Co-emulsifier |
| Typical use level | As an emollient and emulsifying agent, it can be used in the range of 2 - 5% w/w. |
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| Benefits / Claims | It acts as a consistency modifier or bodying agent. Contributes to emollience |
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