Cetyl palmitate

Skin Conditioner & Emollient, Cetyl Ester Wax
Description: Pure vegetable lipid ester derived from cetyl alcohol & palmitic acid (naturally occurring fatty acid). Cetyl palmitate is a natural substance as it occurs naturally in spermaceti of sperm whales. Required HLB is 10. Melting point 43-48°C (109-118°F). White-waxy flakes, faint odor. Water-insoluble, soluble in oils. Made from sustainable palm oil.
CAS: 540-10-3
INCI Name: Cetyl palmitate
Benefits:
Great skin-conditioning and emollient ingredient
Used as occlusive and masking ingredient
Enhances emulsion stability
Excellent film former
Reduces greasy feel of oil systems
Improves payoff characteristics in stick cosmetics
Use: Add to oil phase of formulas, usual final concentration 2-15%. For external use only.
Applications: Color cosmetics (e.g. lipsticks), hair care, lotions, creams, moisturizers, cleansers, deodorant sticks, sunscreens.