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Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Synthetic

Safety Level

Completely safe

Max. concentration

5%

Carcinogenicity

5%

Allergy Factor

5%

Category

Active Ingredients, Stabilizers, Thickeners

Functions

Mitigation

Description

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an ether of ethyl alcohol and ethylhexanoic acid, a synthetic component used in cosmetics for its moisturizing and texturizing properties. It is a component that helps improve the texture of the product, making it easy to apply and providing a pleasant feeling of softness to the skin. This is why Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is often included in cosmetic products: 1. Softening and moisturizing the skin. It helps retain moisture on the surface of the skin, making it softer, more elastic and smoother. 2. Improving the texture of products. Used as a thickener and diluent in cosmetic formulas, it enhances the texture of creams, lotions and other cosmetic products. It adds lightness to the products and promotes even distribution on the skin. 3. Providing a silky effect without leaving a greasy or sticky residue. 4. Strengthening the stability of products. As this component helps retain moisture and stabilize the composition of the product, it ensures a longer shelf life for cosmetic products, preventing changes in texture and consistency.