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cetyl alcohol
[ seet-l ]
noun
- a white, crystalline, water-insoluble solid, C 16 H 34 O, used chiefly as an emollient in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
cetyl alcohol
/ ²õŧ³Ù′l /
- A waxy alcohol used in lubricants, detergents, cosmetics, and emulsifiers. Chemical formula: C 16 H 34 O.
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Origin of cetyl alcohol1
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Natural emulsifiers, such as xanthan gum and cetyl alcohol, are sometimes used to prevent organic shampoo from separating and enhance its soapy lather.
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“Steer clear of drying ingredients likes sulfates, bar soaps and certain alcohols. Look for sulfate-free cleansers and avoid ingredients such as SD Alcohol 40, Denatured Alcohol, Ethanol and Isopropyl Alcohol. Common alcohols that are okay to use on the skin include retinol, cetyl alcohol and oleyl alcohol,†Rouleau advised.
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