Cetearyl Palmitate
AKA “Cetyl Stearyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Ester”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Cetearyl palmitate
AKA: Cetyl Stearyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Ester
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
A natural conditioning agent that softens and smooths both hair and skin, leaving them feeling nourished and hydrated.
CAS #
93820-81-6
Form
Liquid
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Functions
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.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester combining cetyl and stearyl alcohols with palmitic acid from natural sources. Developed as an emollient and thickening agent with historical roots in traditional use of palm-derived oils in skincare.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR