Cetyl alcohol
Cetyl alcohol is a mixture of solid aliphatic alcohols comprising mainly of a 16 carbon straight chain alcohol. In lotions, creams, and ointments, it acts as a consistency modifier or bodying agent.
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Cetyl alcohol
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| solution-centre-table-component-primary-function | Rheology modifier |
| solution-centre-table-component-typical-use-level | As a rheology modifier, it can be used up to 10% w/w |
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| solution-centre-table-component-benefits-claims | Also acts as a weak water-in-oil emulsifier and can be part of a mixed emulsifier system. Contributes to emollience |
| solution-centre-table-component-suitable-for | Cream/ Emulsion Lotion |