CETYL ALCOHOL

Description:
Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol derived from coconut or palm oil. It serves as an emollient, thickener, and emulsifier in cosmetic products. It helps soften and smooth the skin without drying it out. Non-irritating and gentle, it enhances the richness and spreadability of formulations.

  • Can have a moisturizing/hydrating effect on your skin.
  • Can have a softening effect.
  • Can have a soothing effect.
  • Can have different sources. (Synthetic, Botanical, Palm oil)
  • Can have the following uses in cosmetics: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Foam Boosting, Masking, Opacifying, Surfactant, Viscosity Controlling
  • Used as an emulsifier to homogeneously mix ingredients.
  • A wash-active substances that is of great importance for cleaning the skin and hair.
  • Helps soften and moisturize the skin and can decrease itching and flaking.

Products containing this ingredient

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Intensive Moisturizing Body Treatment 200ml

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Intensive Moisturizing Body Treatment 200ml

Description by Dermstore (US)

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Intensive Moisturising Body Treatment (200ml) This Eight Hour Intensive Moisturising Body Treatment by Elizabeth Arden is an original classic and just what the body needs. This fast-absorbing moisturising treatment saturates dee
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Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Purifying Cream Cleanser (4.2 oz.)

Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Purifying Cream Cleanser (4.2 oz.)

Description by Dermstore (US)

Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Purifying Cream Cleanser gently lifts away dirt, excess oil, makeup and other impurities as it restores skin’s moisture barrier for a soft and clean texture. Ceramide 3 hydrates, soothes and conditions your skin to promote elastic
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Murad Environmental Shield Essential - C Day Moisture SPF30 1.7 oz

Murad Environmental Shield Essential – C Day Moisture SPF30 1.7 oz

Description by Dermstore (US)

Murad Environmental Shield Essential-C Day Moisture SPF 30 restores moisture and provides broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB damage. Enriched with vitamin C, this daily moisturizer targets sun damage and brightens your complexion. Grapeseed ext
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Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Eye Serum 15ml

Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Eye Serum 15ml

Description by Dermstore (US)

Lightweight, hydrating eye serum to revitalize and replenish the delicate skin around the eyes, leaving it feeling plump, smooth, and radiant.Key Ingredients: HYALURONIC ACID: for instant hydration. BACILLUS FERMENT: effective for improving signs of tired
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Dermalogica Retinol Clearing Acne Oil (1 fl. oz.)

Dermalogica Retinol Clearing Acne Oil (1 fl. oz.)

Description by Dermstore (US)

Dermalogica’s Retinol Clearing Oil combats breakouts and encourages a clearer complexion. Crafted with a powerful combination of retinol and salicylic acid, this nighttime oil helps accelerate skin renewal and minimizes visible signs of aging. A blend of
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Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance 5.28 oz

Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance 5.28 oz

Description by Dermstore (US)

Dermalogica’s Intensive Moisture Balance is an ultranourishing moisturizer that restores lipid balance to dry, depleted skin for optimal barrier performance. BioReplenish Complex delivers a proven combination of key barrier lipids to help enhance the skin
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Grown Alchemist Age-Repair Serum Peptide 30ml

Grown Alchemist Age-Repair Serum Peptide 30ml

Description by Dermstore (US)

A potent, anti-aging serum designed to target deep lines and wrinkles and age spots with a hydrating, smoothing peptide-packed formula and brightening botanicals like Sea Buckthorn Berry. Antioxidant-rich oils like Grapeseed, Rosemary and Chamomile soothe
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Elizabeth Arden Advanced Lip-Fix Cream (0.5 oz.)

Elizabeth Arden Advanced Lip-Fix Cream (0.5 oz.)

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Elizabeth Arden Advanced Lip-Fix Cream features a nourishing formula that hydrates and conditions your lips to fight the signs of aging while acting as a primer for your lip color. Infused with rejuvenating nutrients, it minimizes fine lines and promotes
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Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel (1.7 oz.)

Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel (1.7 oz.)

Description by Dermstore (US)

Dermalogica’s PowerBright Dark Spot Peel visibly lifts dark spots in just 5 uses. Take the uncertainty out of treating hyperpigmentation with this at-home peel that helps visibly lift surface dark spots – including UV-induced dark spots, post-blemish mark
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Dermalogica Skin Smoothing Cream (1.7 oz.)

Dermalogica Skin Smoothing Cream (1.7 oz.)

Description by Dermstore (US)

Dermalogica Skin Smoothing Cream hydrates and conditions your skin as it fights the visible signs of premature aging. Botanical extracts of soothing aloe and healing arnica restore suppleness and vitality to overstressed skin. Mallow and cucumber extracts
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