Cetyl/stearyl alcohol
Cetostearyl alcohol acts as a consistency building agent thus increasing the viscosity of the system. It is usually present in the oil phase in high concentration. Also functions as a co-emulsifier.
Cetyl/stearyl alcohol
| Cetyl/stearyl alcohol | |
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| Primary function | Non-aqueous base |
| Typical use level | IID level for topical route is 12% w/w. As a non-aqueous base for lotions, it can be evaluated up to 5 - 6% 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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