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

Filorga Global-Repair Hydrating Eyes and Lips Cream 15ml

Filorga Global-Repair Hydrating Eyes and Lips Cream 15ml

Description by Dermstore (US)

Turn back the clock on your complexion with the Filorga Global Repair Eyes and Lips Contour Cream. Inspired by aesthetic medicine techniques, this line of powerful anti-ageing skincare helps to reinvigorate the visage. Infused with a potent blend of 4 cel
View full ingredients list
Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Extreme Effects Discovery Collection

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Extreme Effects Discovery Collection

Description by Dermstore (US)

Reveal SOFTNESS, MOVEMENT & POPPING CURLS, while BANISHING FRIZZ & CANDYFLOSS ENDS with these Elasticizer Extreme heroes — from Philip Kingsley’s supercharged pre-shampoo treatment to daily styling saviours. 
View full ingredients list
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
View full ingredients list
Murad Retinal ReSculpt Eye Treatment 0.5oz

Murad Retinal ReSculpt Eye Treatment 0.5oz

Description by Dermstore (US)

Uniquely encapsulated retinal eye cream that dramatically lifts and improves sagging. Key Benefits: Encapsulated retinal: Our retinal-one of the most efficacious forms of vitamin A-is encapsulated in an exclusive delivery system for enhanced stability
View full ingredients list
Vichy LiftActiv Supreme - Night (1.69 fl. oz.)

Vichy LiftActiv Supreme – Night (1.69 fl. oz.)

Description by Dermstore (US)

Works On Reducing The Appearance Of Wrinkles, Firms Up Your Skin And Also Transforms Its Texture. A complete routine, to be combined with LiftActiv Derm Source Day Care. Skin looks immediately firmer and wrinkles appear visibly smoother. Proven efficacy
View full ingredients list
Filorga Time-Filler 5xp Gel Cream 50ml

Filorga Time-Filler 5xp Gel Cream 50ml

Description by Dermstore (US)

Inspired by five areas of expertise from aesthetic medicine, Filorga’s Time-Fuller 5XP Correction Cream Gel targets five types of wrinkles to help smooth their appearance: expression lines, deep wrinkles, dryness wrinkles, surface wrinkles and neck wrinkl
View full ingredients list
Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance 0.5 oz

Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance 0.5 oz

Description by Dermstore (US)

Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance is an ultra-rich moisturizer for dry skin.Formulated with a BioReplenish Complex™, the face cream delivers a proven combination of key barrier lipids to help enhance skin’s natural resilience while supporting barrier
View full ingredients list
Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream 1.7 oz

Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream 1.7 oz

Description by Dermstore (US)

An intensely hydrating formula powered by Retinol Tri-Active Technology, the Murad Youth Renewal Night Cream encourages a smooth, radiant-looking complexion. The formula helps to diminish the appearance of fine lines and visibly enhance the skin’s radianc
View full ingredients list
Murad Rapid Relief Acne Sulfur Mask 2.5 oz

Murad Rapid Relief Acne Sulfur Mask 2.5 oz

Description by Dermstore (US)

A clinically proven, tri-active mask that’s stacked with a powerhouse blend of bacteria-fighting sulfur, exfoliating salicylic acid and hydrating Austrian peat to instantly reduce oil and fast track major pimple reduction in just 3 uses. 
View full ingredients list
Dermalogica Skin Smoothing Cream 5.28 oz

Dermalogica Skin Smoothing Cream 5.28 oz

Description by Dermstore (US)

Dermalogica’s 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 extrac
View full ingredients list

Ingredient Transparency

Get full ingredient lists simplified & explained for everyone.

Don’t forget to share this post!