Cetyl alcohol

Description: All-purpose thickening alcohol (1-hexadecanol, hexadecyl or palmityl alcohol), derived from vegetable oils, > 95%, composed of fatty alcohols. White flakes, no or faint odor. Soluble in diethyl ether & acetone, slightly soluble in alcohol. Insoluble in cold water. Partially solubility in hot water (1.34x10-5 g/l).

Benefits:

Non-gelling thickener and viscosity enhancer (also in water-free products like lipsticks)
Has co-emulsifying properties if concentration is higher than 5 %
Has mild emollient and moisturizing properties
Can boost foam when together with surfactants

Use: Add to hot oil phase to melt for proper use (54°C/129°F), usual concentration 0.5-6%. For external use only.

Applications: Lotions, creams, hair shampoos, hair conditioners, body washes, makeup products.


Raw material source: Coconut oil