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Cetyl Alcohol

$8.95

Cosmetic grade fatty alcohol

Oil phase

Use 1–3%

Lightweight structuring agent

Improves texture

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Cetyl Alcohol

$8.95

INGREDIENT OVERVIEW

Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol used in cosmetic formulations to improve texture and provide lightweight structure. It is commonly used in creams and lotions where a softer, more elegant skin feel is desired.

Our cetyl alcohol is supplied as a cosmetic-grade waxy solid with a verified assay of 96.78% . It is selected for consistent composition, clean microbial profile, and reliable formulation performance.

In formulation, it is typically used alongside emulsifiers and other structuring agents to refine texture and improve application.

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KEY SPECIFICATIONS

Ingredient: Cetyl Alcohol
INCI: Cetyl Alcohol
CAS: 36653-82-4
Solubility: Oil soluble
Typical use level:
- Emulsions: 1–3%
- Used as co-structuring agent
Starter: 2% for most cosmetic formulations

FORMULATION NOTES

Processing notes

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

Compatibility notes

Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients
Works well with emulsifiers and fatty alcohol systems
Suitable across a wide range of formulations

pH notes

Not pH dependent

Formulation examples

Lotion system

Cetyl alcohol: 1–2%
Glyceryl stearate citrate: 2–3%
Emollients: 3–8%

Cream system

Cetyl alcohol: 1–3%
Cetearyl alcohol: 2–3%
Emulsifier system

SENSORY PROFILE

Cetyl alcohol contributes a smooth, lightweight skin feel and improves spreadability without adding significant heaviness. It softens formulations and enhances overall sensory balance. Sensory outcome is formulation-dependent; bench testing is recommended.