Cetostearyl Alcohol

About Product

Cetostearyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol blend of Cetyl and Stearyl Alcohol, commonly used as an emollient, emulsifier, and thickener in personal care products. It enhances the texture and stability of creams, lotions, shampoos, and conditioners by providing a smooth, rich feel. Unlike drying alcohols, Cetostearyl Alcohol helps retain moisture and improves the spreadability of skincare and haircare formulations. It is widely used in both water-in-oil and oil-in-water emulsions.

Chemical Formula: CAS Number: 67762-27-0Chemical Code: C₁₈H₃₈O (Cetyl Alcohol) & C₁₆H₃₄O (Stearyl Alcohol)

Application & Uses

• Used as an emulsifier in lotions and creams
• Acts as a thickening agent in moisturizers and body butters
• Provides a conditioning effect in shampoos and conditioners
• Improves texture and spreadability in skincare products
• Helps stabilize emulsions in sunscreens and serums
• Used in deodorants and antiperspirants for a smooth consistency
• Acts as an emollient in lip balms and ointments
• Enhances the feel of hair styling creams and pomades
• Helps retain moisture in dry skin formulations
• Used in pharmaceutical creams for texture enhancement