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C14-22 alcohols
AKA “Cetyl-Stearyl Alcohol, C14-22 Fatty Alcohols”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
C14-22 alcohols
AKA: Cetyl-Stearyl Alcohol, C14-22 Fatty Alcohols
Ingredient · Emulsion Stabilising · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Clean
C14-22 Alcohols is a mixture of synthetic fatty alcohols with 14 to 22 carbons in the alkyl chain
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Stabilizes Emulsion
Keeps product blended
Traditional Use
A blend of fatty alcohols (cetyl, stearyl, and similar) derived from plant and animal sources. Used historically in traditional cosmetics as emollients and thickeners.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR