Cetearyl Palmate
AKA “Cetearyl Palmitic Acid Ester”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Cetearyl palmate
AKA: Cetearyl Palmitic Acid Ester
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Cetearyl Palmate is the ester of Cetearyl Alcohol and Palm Acid
CAS #
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Form
Wax
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester combining cetyl and stearyl alcohols with palmitic acid derived from palm oil. Used as an emollient and texture modifier in cosmetic products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR