Ceto stearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol that can soften the skin and hair. It also stabilizes products that contain a mixture of oil and water, and changes the thickness of liquids. Because of these properties, it is a popular ingredient in many cosmetics and toiletries.
Benefits:
- Is a moisturizing emollient
- Bolsters the skin barrier
- Acts as a surfactant
Uses of Ceto Stearyl Alcohol
- create an emulsion, which is a blend of oils and water
- stabilize foams
- increase foaming capacity
- change the thickness of liquids
Suggested Use:
Bar Soaps, Facial Cleansers, Body Washes, Shampoos, Laundry Detergents: Recommended Usage for Cleansers: .5%
Lotions and Face Creams: Recommended Usage for Lotions and Creams: 2-5%.
Candles: Recommended Usage for Candles: 3-5%
Use Rate: Use at 3 to 5 percent of the total weight in lotion, conditioner, and emulsified scrub. For cold process soap, use at 0.5 percent of the total weight of the oils.
Raw material source: Emulsifying wax is not a single ingredient, but a blend of Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol & Polysorbate 60.
For external use only.
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