Cetyl Alcohol (Lanette 16) – Co-emulsifier for Creams

Cetyl alcohol of 100% plant origin, in white flakes. This fatty alcohol works as a co-emulsifier, thickener and emollient: it stabilises emulsions and gives creams and lotions body and a velvety finish. It is not an emulsifier on its own, so it is combined with other emulsifiers.

Features

• Ingredient (INCI): Cetyl Alcohol.
• Origin: 100% plant-based.
• Form: white flakes.
• Melting point: 45–52 °C.
• Solubility: insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol.
• Usage rate: 2–10%.
• Functions: co-emulsifier, thickener, emollient and stabiliser; reduces water loss from the skin.

Recommended uses

• Face and body creams, moisturising lotions and nourishing creams for dry skin.
• Balms and hair care products.
• W/O (water-in-oil) formulations and high-fat creams.
• For formulators, natural cosmetics makers and brands.

Tips for use

• Add it to the oil phase and melt at 45–52 °C together with the oils.
• Heat the water phase separately, combine both phases and stir until cool.
• Add actives and fragrances below 35 °C.
• Guideline doses: 2–5% as co-emulsifier or emollient; 5% for water absorption; 2–10% to add consistency.
• Do not use as the only emulsifying system. May cause sensitivity in very reactive skin.
• For cosmetic use only, do not ingest. Store tightly closed in a dry, cool place away from light.

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