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Emollient

CETEARYL PALMITATE

CAS 93820-81-6 Updated
86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A waxy ester of cetyl/stearyl alcohols and palmitic acid — a workhorse emollient that softens skin and gives creams body. CIR-reviewed and broadly safe; only mildly comedogenic for acne-prone users.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Workhorse emollient
  • Stabilizes creams and lotions
  • CIR-reviewed long-chain ester

Known concerns

  • Mildly comedogenic in acne-prone skin at high %
  • Sustainable palm sourcing depends on supplier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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