Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
Also known as: Hydroxyethylcellulose, Cetyl Alcohol
Derivative of fatty alcohol cetearyl alcohol and a thicker oil known as 2-ethylhexanoic acid | Works as a rich emollient
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What Is Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose?
Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose is a derivative of fatty alcohol cetearyl alcohol and a thicker oil known as 2-ethylhexanoic acid. Works as a rich emollient and is excellent for dry skin.
Benefits for Your Skin
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Cosmetics, February 2016, ePublication [URL_MISSING]
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International Journal of Toxicology, Supplement 3, November-December 2015, pages 61S-73S [URL_MISSING]
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https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Hexadecyl-2-ethylhexanoate [https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Hexadecyl-2-ethylhexanoate]
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