Description: All-purpose thickening agent. NF grade, 95% active components. Composed of fatty alcohols, 70:30 ratio. C18 weight percentage stearyl alcohol 60-75% and C16 weight percentage cetyl alcohol 25-35%. HLB 15.5 (creates oil-in-water emulsions but only to a limited degree). White flakes or pastilles, mild characteristic odor. Not soluble in water. Partially soluble in alcohol.
Benefits:
Non-gelling thickener, viscosity and consistency enhancer
Works also in water-free products like lipsticks
Acts as co-emulsifier at concentrations under 2%
Has emollient, moisturizing, and foam boosting properties
Use: Melt before use (54°C/129°F) or add to hot water phase. Usual concentration 0.5-10%. For external use only.
Applications: Lotions, creams, hair shampoos, conditioners, body washes, makeup products.
