Cetearyl Alcohol — Skincare Ingredient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Thickens and stabilizes lotions/creams
What is Cetearyl Alcohol?
Blend of cetyl + stearyl fatty alcohols — emollient + emulsifier. NOT drying despite the name.
What Cetearyl Alcohol Does
- Thickens and stabilizes lotions/creams
- Softens skin
- Improves slip
Skin Type Compatibility
How well Cetearyl Alcohol works for each skin type:
How to Use Cetearyl Alcohol
Cetearyl Alcohol in Our Catalog
- CeraVe38
- Eucerin20
- COSRX18
- Cetaphil17
- The INKEY List13
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cetearyl Alcohol?
Blend of cetyl + stearyl fatty alcohols — emollient + emulsifier. NOT drying despite the name.
What does Cetearyl Alcohol do for skin?
Thickens and stabilizes lotions/creams Softens skin Improves slip
Is Cetearyl Alcohol safe during pregnancy?
Yes — Cetearyl Alcohol is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
What skin types is Cetearyl Alcohol good for?
Cetearyl Alcohol works well for All skin types.
How do I use Cetearyl Alcohol?
Effective at 1-10%. Pregnancy-safe. Often confused with denatured alcohol (which IS drying) — these are entirely different chemicals.
What is the comedogenic rating of Cetearyl Alcohol?
Cetearyl Alcohol has a comedogenic rating of 2/5 — low pore-clogging risk.
What is the irritation potential of Cetearyl Alcohol?
Cetearyl Alcohol has an irritation risk score of 0/5 — very low, safe for sensitive skin.
Related Ingredients
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