INCI: Cetyl alcohol.
Molecular Formula: C16H340
Alternative Names: 1-hexadecanol, n-hexadecyl alcohol.
Type: Emulsifier.
Origin: India
Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products such as shampoos, creams, and lotions. It serves as an opacifier, emulsifier, and thickening agent, adjusting liquid thickness and enhancing foaming ability. Its velvety texture makes it a popular choice in the beauty sector.
Benefits and uses:
Used as a moisturiser for dry, flaky skin.Minor skin irritations, including burns.
• Cetyl alcohol's moisturising and nourishing effects assist both skin and hair.
• It provides natural softness and smoothness to your skin.
It improves the consistency and spreadability of your DIY formulation.
• It stabilises your mixture by combining oil and water, making it easier to apply to the skin or hair.
CONCENTRATION AND SOLUBILITY:
• Recommended concentration: 1-8%, soluble in oil and alcohol.Insoluble in water.
Directions for Use: Add Cetyl Alcohol to melted oils and use as a secondary emulsifier with a concentration of less than 5%. Use 0.5-6% in the oil phase (e.g., 3% for a creamy lotion with 3% emulsifier) and melt at 54°C (129°F).
Caution: Although unlikely to worsen pre-existing medical issues, avoid using on injured skin or in therapeutic creams. Direct, undiluted contact may cause skin and eye irritation or discomfort. There are no known dangers associated with producing this substance using good methods.
All of our products are intended for exterior usage only. If ingested, take two glasses of water and avoid vomiting. Seek emergency medical help or contact local poison control.
Certificate of Analysis Product: Cetyl alcohol. Store airtight containers in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight.
Property Specifications: Results show white solid pellets. Complies with characteristic odour. Complies Insoluble in water.
Complies: Acid Value: <0.1 mg KOH/g 0.01 Saponification Value: <0.5 mg KOH/g. The odine value is less than 0.1 gl2/100g. 0.00 Hydroxyl value: 220 235 mg KOH/g 231. Carbonyl Value: <70.0 mg/kg. 12. Hydrocarbon: < 0.4% (0.23). Moisture content: < 0.1% O.03 C14: < 1.0% O.03 C16: > 98.0% 99.01 C18: < 1.0O% O.40
