CETEARYL ALCOHOL ( CETO STEARYl ALCOHOL)
Cetearyl alcohol is made from a combination of cetyl and stearyl alcohol. These alcohols are mostly derived from plant-based sources such as coconut, palm, and vegetable oil.
Cetearyl alcohol is a waxy, white mixture to be used in cosmetics. This chemical is used to bring smoothness and thickness to the products while also providing hydrating properties. While most alcohols are drying for the skin, cetearyl alcohol traps water and treats skin dryness.
Cetearyl alcohol is usually known as an inactive ingredient because it does not extend help to the therapeutic purposes of a cosmetic product, but mostly just to keep everything together. It binds the products together and prevents them from separating. Uses of cetearyl alcohol extend further in providing thickness and much-needed bulk to cosmetic and personal care products.
- Cetyl Alcohol (1-hexadecanol)
- Stearyl Alcohol (1-octadecanol)
Additional information
| CAS | 67762-27-0 / 8005-44-5 |
|---|---|
| Functions | Hydration, Moisturizing, Skin conditioning, Smoothing |
| Formula | C34H47O2 |
| Molar Mass | It depends to ratio of Cetyl alcohol and Stearyl alcohol |
| Application | Skin and Hair care products |
| Restriction | No restriction |
| Trade names | LANETTE D, LANETTE O, TEGO ALKANOL 1618, PALMEROL 6830(CETO-STEARYL ALCOHOL), |
| Producer | Basf se |
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