Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16:C18 (50:50)
Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16:C18 (50/50) Ceto Stearyl Alcohol, a standard emulsifier for direct oil-in-water emulsions, obtained from palm and coconut oils.
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Color: white
Smell: waxy, specific.
Solubility: soluble in alcohol, ether and oils; does not dissolve in water.
The ratio of stearyl and cetyl alcohols is 50/50
Properties of cetyl stearyl alcohol in medicine and cosmetology:
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helps nutrients reach deep layers of skin
has a disinfecting effect
creates a film on the skin that retains moisture
stops bleeding
added to reduce pores
softens the skin
used for quick mixing and better dissolution of ingredients
co-emulsifier of plant origin
stabilizer and emulsion softener
has conditioning properties for hair, makes combing easier and improves hair structure in general
does not irritate the skin
Use of cetyl stearyl alcohol in cosmetics, percentage of input:
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creams, hair care products – 1-4 %
lotions – 0.5-2%
solid deodorants – up to 50%
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