Cetearyl Alcohol NF is a vegetable sourced fatty alcohol derived from sustainable palm and coconut oil fatty alcohols (cetyl and stearyl alcohol) used to thicken and stabilize formulations. Cetearyl Alcohol imparts an emollient feel to the skin. It can be used in water-in-oil emulsions, oil-in-water emulsions, and anhydrous formulations.

This alcohol is an emollient, which means it softens the skin and hair. Manufacturers also use it to stabilize emulsions, which are mixes of oil and water

Cosmetics Functions of Cetearyl Alcohol NF:

• create an emulsion, which is a blend of oils and water
• stabilize foams
• increase foaming capacity
• change the thickness of liquids

CAS Num:  885-55-5, 67762-27-0

INCI Name: Cetearyl Alcohol

Compositional Breakdown: 30% Cetyl Alcohol, 70% Stearyl Alcohol

Molecular Weight: 494.919

Colour & Appearance: White beads

Stable in pH range: 5.7

Grade: Cosmetic

Recommended Usage: 0.1% – 25%

Melting Temperature: 49.3 °C (120.7 °F; 322.4 K)

Compatibility: Works well with other Emulsifiers

Solubility: Add into Oil Phase of the formulation

Application: moisturizing creams and lotions, shampoo, conditioners, exfoliants, sunscreens, hair sprays, hair dyes, hair mousse, facial cleansers, makeup, including foundations, lipstick, and mascara, shaving creams, body washes and bar soaps, baby wipes, antiperspirants and deodorants, toothpaste, nail treatment, hand sanitizer, body oil, mouthwash, fragrance, glitter

Country of Origin: USA

Packaging: Our powders are packed in water proof zip lock pouches avoid spillage.

Recommended Storage: Our powders should be stored in cool temperatures away from direct sunlight and moisture in an airtight container. (Current Lot will expire: 10-2025)

DISCLAIMER: All SOPHIX NATURAL PRODUCTS are for external use only unless otherwise STATED. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.