Essentially Natural Ceto Stearyl (Cetearyl Alcohol) Pastilles / Flakes

• INCI: Cetearyl Alcohol
• Composition: 30% Cetyl Alcohol, 70% Stearyl Alcohol
• Appearance: Waxy white pastilles or flakes, clear liquid when melted
• Function: Viscosity builder, emulsion stabiliser, surfactant booster, emollient
• Solubility: Soluble in oil and alcohol, insoluble in water
• Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable
• Palm Status: Palm oil source currently undergoing RSPO certification process
• Certification: ECOCERT and COSMOS Approved
• Usage Rate: 1 to 25%
• Size Options: 500g, 1kg, 5kg or 10kg

This product is commonly used to:

• Thicken and stabilise oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsions
• Add body and slip to conditioners and cream cleansers
• Improve texture and stability in lotions and creams
• Build structure in anhydrous balms and body butters

This product is suitable for:

• Formulators making creams, lotions, conditioners, and cleansing creams
• Makers wanting a richer, more cushioned texture than cetyl alcohol alone
• DIY crafters creating stable, ultra-natural style emulsions

This product is not for:

• Water-only products with no oil phase
• Formulas requiring a fully palm-free ingredient list
• Anyone wanting a fully natural “raw botanical” ingredient only

• As an Emulsion Thickener: Add to the oil phase and melt fully before emulsifying.
• As an Anhydrous Structurant: Melt into oils and butters, then cool to set.
• As a Conditioner Builder: Use to add body, slip, and a soft protective feel to hair formulas.
• Processing Tip: Start at lower levels for lotions and increase gradually for thicker creams and balms.

• For external use only
• Avoid inhaling dust from flakes or pastilles
• Avoid contact with eyes
• Patch test finished products before wider use
• Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat
• Keep out of reach of children and pets

Q: Is cetearyl alcohol the same as cetyl alcohol?
A: No, it is a blend and typically feels richer and builds more structure than cetyl alcohol alone.

Q: Can it replace an emulsifier?
A: It helps stabilise and thicken, but it is usually used alongside a primary emulsifier in emulsions.

Q: Does it work in cold process soap?
A: It is more commonly used in emulsions and conditioners, but can be used in some anhydrous bars and specialty formulas.