Cetyl Alcohol

Also known as: Palmityl Alcohol

emollient

Hazard Score

10
Excellent

EU Status

Allowed

Safety Summary

Is Cetyl Alcohol safe in cosmetics? Cetyl Alcohol has a safety score of 10/10 (excellent). It is classified as β€œallowed” by the EU CosIng database. No significant safety concerns have been identified. This ingredient is generally considered safe during pregnancy. According to CosmeticRanked analysis of EU CosIng data and CIR safety assessments, Cetyl Alcohol is used as a emollient in cosmetic formulations.

About Cetyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol used as an emollient and thickener. Not the same as drying alcohols.

Comedogenic Rating: 2/5