Cetearyl Alcohol

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Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol used in cosmetic formulations to build viscosity and stabilise emulsions in creams and lotions.

Key benefits

Builds formulation structure
Stabilises emulsions
Improves viscosity
Supports cream systems

Behaviour in formulations

Cetearyl alcohol integrates into oil phases and provides structure and stability to emulsions.

Add to oil phase and heat (~70°C) before emulsification.

Use level considerations

Use Rate (Min): 2.0
Use Rate (Max): 5.0

Emulsions: 2–5%
Used as structuring co-emulsifier

Starter Use Rate: 3%

Typically used at 2–5% in emulsion systems.

Formulation summary

Builds viscosity and structure
Stabilises emulsions
Works with emulsifiers (not standalone)
Creates cream body and thickness

Quality notes

High-purity cosmetic grade cetearyl alcohol with controlled acid and hydroxyl values, supporting consistent formulation performance.

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