Cetyl alcohol

Cetyl Alcohol for Creams Lanette 16

Cetyl alcohol for creams, also known as Lanette 16 wax, is a blend of alcohols, 100% plant-derived, with cetyl alcohol as its main component. It is marketed in white flake form.

Cetyl alcohol for creams is part of natural co-emulsifiers for cosmetics. Its role? Providing consistency and stability to homemade formulations. It helps seamless integration of aqueous and fatty phase ingredients, aids in thickening creams, and adds an extra layer of hydration. It needs to be combined with other natural emulsifiers for cosmetics.

Cetyl alcohol for creams is typically used in a range of 2 to 10%. In this case, it is incorporated into the oily phase.

Natural Emulsifiers for Cosmetics

Cetyl alcohol is a part of natural emulsifiers for cosmetics recommended for creams with a higher proportion of fatty ingredients than water (W/O). This allows you to create a highly nourishing and hydrating cream, particularly suitable for dry skin.

Cetyl alcohol for creams has emollient properties. Why? It is absorbed and retained by the epidermis, preventing it from drying out. It helps slow down the evaporation of water from the skin's surface while lubricating and softening it, resulting in a velvety texture.

Uses of Cetyl Alcohol in Cosmetics

Cetyl alcohol or Lanette 16 has several uses in cosmetics. Depending on how you plan to use it, you should incorporate varying amounts:

• As an emulsifier: 2-5%
• As an emollient: 2-5%
• As a water-absorber: 5%
• To add consistency to creams: 2-10%

The use of cetyl alcohol or Lanette 16 in cosmetics is widespread. Here's how you can incorporate it into the formulation of homemade creams:

• Melt cetyl alcohol (45-50ºC) along with other ingredients from the fatty phase.
• In another container, at the same temperature, heat the water and other aqueous components.
• Once both phases are melted, add the aqueous phase to the oily phase while stirring until it cools almost completely.
• When the temperature drops to around 30-35ºC, add active ingredients and fragrance.

Where to Buy Cetyl Alcohol?

You can buy cetyl alcohol for creams in flakes at Gran Velada. We offer wholesale stock as well. Additionally, you'll find an extensive catalog of natural emulsifiers for cosmetics so you can choose the one that best suits your skin's needs. Once you've made your selection, just pick the desired quantity, place the order, and we'll deliver it to your provided address. Swift deliveries are guaranteed. We offer shipping services to Spain and the European Union. Affordable prices.

Technical Characteristics of Cetyl Alcohol:

• Description: White flakes
• Origin: 100% plant-derived
• Ingredients: Cetyl Alcohol
• Solubility: Practically insoluble in water, easily soluble or fairly soluble in 96% ethanol.
• Melting Point: Between 45 and 52ºC
• Dosage: 2-10%
• Storage: Protect from light and keep containers tightly closed in a dry place.
• Observations: Complies with European Regulation on Cosmetics No.1223/2009 CE
• Recommendations: May cause skin sensitization, leading to hypersensitivity reactions.
• Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents

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