Ceteth-24

Ceteth-24 is a water-soluble, nonionic surfactant made by ethoxylating cetyl alcohol to roughly 24 EO units. It's used to emulsify oil-in-water creams, add viscosity and glide, and support uniform dispersion in skin and hair formulas.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Helps blend oils into creams for a richer, more even feel.
Category
Emulsifying, Cleansing
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Creates a cushioned, richer skin feel while promoting even application. Helps maintain smooth, uniform texture during wear.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in rich moisturizers, body creams, and overnight masks to build creaminess. Also used in hair conditioners and styling creams for a creamy, spreadable base.

Comedogenic Rating

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

Safety

Generally low irritation risk but can sting at higher use levels or near the eyes. Trace residues from ethoxylation are typically controlled by reputable suppliers. Sensitive users should patch test first.

Is Ceteth-24 a Good Ingredient?

Versatile nonionic PEG emulsifier that boosts viscosity and glide for stable O/W creams. A few users may experience mild irritation, and quality controls are important to minimize residual processing byproducts. That combination of solid performance and generally low risk earns it a Good rating, short of Great.

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