Cetyl Alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol commonly used in cosmetic and personal care formulations. Despite the name, it is not the type of alcohol used in alcoholic beverages; it is a waxy cosmetic ingredient valued for its emollient and texturizing properties.
Cetyl Alcohol helps improve the consistency, viscosity and sensory profile of creams, lotions and emulsions. It can contribute to a smooth, rich texture while helping enhance spreadability and the overall feel of finished products.
In hair care formulations, Cetyl Alcohol is commonly used in conditioners, hair masks, creams and treatments to support a smooth, soft and manageable hair feel.
Key Features
- Premium cosmetic fatty alcohol
- Excellent emollient and texture-enhancing ingredient
- Helps increase formulation viscosity
- Supports cream and lotion consistency
- Useful as a co-emulsifying ingredient
- Provides a smooth and silky sensory feel
- Suitable for skin care and hair care formulations
- Ideal for professional cosmetic formulation
Benefits
- Helps create rich and creamy textures
- Supports smooth product application
- Improves formulation consistency
- Helps enhance skin feel and spreadability
- Supports a soft and conditioned hair feel
- Useful for stabilizing suitable emulsion systems
- Suitable for premium cosmetic formulations
Applications
Cetyl Alcohol can be used in:
- Face Creams
- Moisturizing Creams
- Body Creams
- Body Lotions
- Hand Creams
- Facial Lotions
- Hair Conditioners
- Deep Conditioners
- Hair Masks
- Hair Creams
- Hair Balms
- Body Butters
- Cleansing Creams
- Cosmetic Emulsions
- Personal Care Products
Product Specifications
Product Name: Cetyl Alcohol
Chemical Name: Hexadecan-1-ol
INCI Name: Cetyl Alcohol
CAS Number: 36653-82-4
Chemical Formula: C₁₆H₃₄O
Molecular Weight: 242.44 g/mol
Product Type: Fatty Alcohol
Function: Emollient, Thickener, Consistency Modifier & Co-Emulsifier
Appearance: White to off-white waxy solid/flakes
Category: Cosmetic & Personal Care Raw Material
Application: Skin Care, Hair Care & Personal Care
Grade: Cosmetic Grade, as applicable
Packaging: Available in suitable pack sizes
Storage: Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area in a tightly closed container.
Formulation Uses
Cetyl Alcohol is generally incorporated into the oil phase of creams, lotions, conditioners and other emulsion-based formulations. It can help increase viscosity and improve the texture and stability of the finished product.
In hair care products, it can contribute to the creamy consistency of conditioners and masks and help provide a smooth, soft and conditioned sensory feel.
The recommended usage level depends on the product type and formulation requirements. Always follow the supplier’s Technical Data Sheet (TDS) for recommended dosage, processing temperature and compatibility.
Skin Care Applications
Cetyl Alcohol is suitable for creams, lotions, body butters and other emulsion-based skin care products. It can help provide a rich, smooth texture while supporting good spreadability and a pleasant skin feel.
Hair Care Applications
Cetyl Alcohol is widely used in conditioners, hair masks and hair creams. It can help improve product texture and contribute to smoothness, softness and manageability.
Handling & Safety
Handle Cetyl Alcohol according to the supplier’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) and technical documentation. Use suitable protective equipment during manufacturing and formulation. Avoid unnecessary contact with eyes and skin and follow good manufacturing practices.
Storage Information
Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated location away from excessive heat and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed when not in use and protect the material from contamination.
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