Structure builders
Cetyl alcohol
Unlike a volatile alcohol, it behaves as a waxy oil-phase structurant that can soften drag and reinforce lamellar or crystalline networks.
- INCI
- CETYL ALCOHOL
- CAS
- 36653-82-4
- Also known as
- hexadecan-1-ol · palmityl alcohol
- Function
- Structure builders
Ingredient answer
What is Cetyl alcohol?
Cetyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol used to build body, improve slip, and support the structure of emulsions and conditioners.
Formulation behavior
How it works inside a formula
Melt it fully into the intended phase and evaluate cooling rate, viscosity drift, waxiness, and compatibility with the emulsifier system.
Where it appears
Common product contexts
- creams and lotions
- gels
- cleansers and conditioners
Practical caution
What to keep in view
Hydration, processing order, electrolytes, pH, and shear can materially change performance.
Take the ingredient into a working formula.
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