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Cetearyl Alcohol

The most common fatty alcohol in cosmetics — despite the name "alcohol," it does not dry the skin, but rather moisturizes and softens. Cetearyl Alcohol — an emulsifier and conditioner that gives creams a creamy, rich texture.

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⚠ Use with Caution

Comedogenic Rating

2/5

Irritation Potential

1/5

What is it?

Cetearyl Alcohol — a mixture of cetyl (C16) and stearyl (C18) fatty alcohols. Obtained from coconut or palm kernel oil. Functions: emulsifier (stabilizes O/W emulsions), thickener of the aqueous phase, skin and hair conditioner. In INCI: Cetearyl Alcohol.

A basic component of body creams, moisturizing lotions, and hair conditioners. One of the most popular ingredients in any category of creams.

Key Benefits

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Fatty alcohol, does not irritate

Despite the word "alcohol" in the name — fatty alcohol (fatty alcohol) from C16-C18 fatty acids. Softens and moisturizes the skin, does not cause dryness unlike some regular alcohols.

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Creamy rich texture

Gives creams a creamy, "fluffy" texture and a pleasant feel upon application — forms a soft velvety film on the skin.

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Stabilization of O/W emulsions

Effectively stabilizes "oil in water" emulsions, preventing separation and increasing the thermal stability of the product.

Suitable for

for all skin typesfor dry skinfor body skin

Main Actions

✓ emulsification✓ skin softening✓ thickening✓ creamy texture✓ conditioning

Fatty alcohol vs regular alcohol

Cetearyl Alcohol — fatty alcohol, has a creamy feel and moisturizes the skin. SD Alcohol, Alcohol Denat., Ethanol — simple alcohols that can dry the skin. Completely different types of molecules, do not confuse.

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