Ceto Stearyl Alcohol (50:50) Emery C16-18

Ceto Stearyl Alcohol (50:50) is a blend of Cetyl Alcohol and Stearyl Alcohol commonly used in cosmetic and personal care formulations. This waxy fatty alcohol functions as an emollient, thickening agent, and formulation stabilizer, helping create products with a smooth texture and improved consistency.

INCI Name

Cetearyl Alcohol

Product Type

Fatty Alcohol / Thickening Agent / Emollient

Function

• Emollient
• Emulsion stabilizer
• Thickening agent
• Skin conditioning agent
• Hair conditioning agent
• Viscosity controlling agent
• Bulking agent

Appearance

White to creamy waxy solid, typically available as flakes or pellets

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. Protect from excessive heat and moisture.

• Provides a smooth and soft feel to skin and hair
• Helps improve product thickness and consistency
• Supports stable cosmetic emulsions
• Helps retain moisture and improve skin conditioning
• Enhances the texture and sensory feel of formulations
• Provides body and structure to creams and lotions
• Helps soften and condition hair

• Face creams
• Body lotions
• Moisturizers
• Body butters
• Hair conditioners
• Hair masks
• Shampoos
• Anti-frizz hair creams
• Cosmetic emulsions