Cetearyl alcohol (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Cetearyl alcohol; Cetostearyl alcohol; Cetylstearyl alcohol; Product name: Lanette® O

Definition
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Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohol. The mixture is used in cosmetic products. Cetearyl alcohol acts as emulsifier, emulsion stabilizer, viscosity regulator, opacifier and emollient.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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