Ingredient

Cetearyl alcohol (fatty alcohol)

On labels: Cetearyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol that thickens creams and softens skin.

It is not a drying alcohol.

What it does

Softens · Keeps the formula stable

Evidence

Evidence: Strong · Well studied for skincare use.

Often chosen for

Dry, tight-feeling skin

Skin types

Dry, Combination, Normal, Sensitive

Typical amount

1-5% in a formula

Best time

Morning or evening