Cosmetic Raw Material Ceteareth 20
Products Description
A nonionic surfactant prepared from cetyl-stearyl alcohol and 20 moles of ethylene oxide. Ceteareth-20 is a high HLB emulsifier used in oil-in-water emulsions. Provides exceptionally stable emulsions when used in combination with another emulsifier such as glyceryl stearate. Soluble in water and isopropyl alcohol.
Benefits
- It is considered to be a universal emulsifier which produces o/w emulsion which is known to be compatible with a wide variety of oils.
- It can be used alone or along with other emulsifiers to help stabilize the formulation.
- Its emollient property helps to keep your skin soft and smooth. It also makes your hair silky and shiny.
- It adds thickness by increasing the viscosity of the product formula, making your product look rich and creamy.
- It works best with gel-forming thickeners, hence extensively used in facial serums and hair gels.
- It acts as a protective colloid which helps to stabilize all kinds of dispersed active ingredients.
- Ceteareth 20 acts as a surfactant in your skincare and hair care products. The main function of a surfactant is to lower the surface tension between 2 liquids or solid-liquid, which allows them to mix together such as water and grime-dirt. This action is responsible for the cleansing property in your shampoos, conditioners, soaps, skin cleansers, body washes, face washes etc.
- Ceteareth 20 is used alone or it can also be used along with other emulsifiers for providing stability to the formulation.
- It helps to bind all the active ingredients together in your skincare and haircare formulations, thereby making your formula more stable.
- As Ceteareth 20 prevents the active ingredients in the formula from separating, it aids in the even application of the products, which helps to enhance the product performance.
Application
- Its emollient property makes it an ideal choice in creams, moisturizing lotions, anti-ageing creams, shampoos, conditions, hair gels and serums.
- Due to its emulsifying property, it is used in many skincare products such as facial moisturizers, skin cleansers, sunscreens, exfoliators, acne treatment ointments and in many popular hair care products such as shampoos, conditioners, hair sprays, hair dyes.
- It is very effective in treating various dry skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
- Ceteareth 20 is used in the treatment, control and prevention of the various skin conditions such as diaper rashes.
- It is effectively used in the treatment of skin burns from radiation therapy.
Formulation Guide
Heat the Ceteareth-20 to 60c – 70c within the oill stage of your formulations. Ensure the Ceteareth-20 is fully disolved into your oil stage (use agitation if required) in order to minimise the risk of graininess in your final formulation
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