Cetearyl Palmate is the ester of Cetearyl Alcohol and Palm Acid Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Wax
Synthetic
Botanical. Typically derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as starting materials. Synthesized through esterification of cetearyl alcohol with palmitic acid.
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
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer