Cetyl Alcohol

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Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol used in cosmetic formulations to improve texture and provide
lightweight structure in emulsions.

Key benefits

Improves formulation texture
Enhances spreadability
Provides lightweight structure
Supports emulsion systems

Behaviour in formulations

Cetyl alcohol integrates into oil phases and improves spreadability and sensory profile.

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

Use level considerations

Use Rate (Min): 1.0
Use Rate (Max): 3.0

Emulsions: 1–3%
Used as co-structuring agent

Starter Use Rate: 2% for most cosmetic formulations

Typically used at 1–3% in emulsions.

Formulation summary

Provides light structure
Improves spreadability and slip
Softens texture of emulsions
Works with emulsifier systems (not standalone)

Quality notes

High-purity cosmetic grade cetyl alcohol with verified assay (96.78%) and clean microbial profile, supporting consistent formulation performance.

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