C12-16 Alcohols
Ingredient Facts
C12-16 alcohols
Botanical · Emollient
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Clean
This synthetic conditioning agent softens hair and skin while helping products stay smooth and stable. It reduces frizz and static while improving texture.
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Functions
Antistatic
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng