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INCI name

CETEARYL ETHYLHEXANOATE

Cetearyl ethylhexanoate

Skin conditioning – emollientHair conditioningSkin conditioningreviewed

An emollient ester with a light, non-greasy feel.

What it is

Cetearyl ethylhexanoate is an ester of C16–18 fatty alcohols (cetearyl alcohol) and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. CosIng lists it as an emollient and skin- and hair-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Used in creams, lotions, sun care products, makeup and hair products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal whether the fatty alcohols are of plant or synthetic origin.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (212)

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