Cetyl Babassuate
AKA “Cetyl ester of babassu fatty acids, Babassu oil cetyl ester”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Cetyl babassuate
AKA: Cetyl ester of babassu fatty acids, Babassu oil cetyl ester
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Cetyl Babassuate is the ester of cetyl alcohol and fatty acids derived from Orbignya Oleifera Oil Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Powder
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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.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester derived from cetyl alcohol and babassu oil components. Developed as a conditioning and emollient agent for contemporary cosmetic products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR