Cetareth-20 and Cetearyl Alcohol

Cetareth-20 and Cetearyl Alcohol is a blended emulsifier of Cetareth-20 (a PEG ether) and cetearyl alcohol (a fatty alcohol). It stabilizes oil-in-water creams, improves texture and glide, and adds cushion in lotions and conditioners.
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Overview
An emulsifier blend that gives creams a silky, non-greasy glide.
Category
Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Gives creams a silky, non-greasy feel and helps products glide on evenly for a comfortable afterfeel. Contributes to a smooth, uniform application.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in face creams, body lotions, and hair conditioners to keep oil and water blended and resist separation over time. Helpful in rich moisturizers that need a stable, creamy body.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Usually well tolerated; PEG-based emulsifiers may sting or irritate compromised or very sensitive skin, so avoid use on broken skin. No specific regulatory restrictions noted.

Is Cetareth-20 and Cetearyl Alcohol a Good Ingredient?

This blend creates stable, elegant emulsions with a smooth feel and is generally low in irritation for most users. That combination of solid performance and generally low risk earns it a Good rating, short of Great.

Products with Cetareth-20 and Cetearyl Alcohol

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