Ceteareth‑6 & Stearyl Alcohol (A6) is a nonionic composite emulsifier, co-emulsifier, thickener and skin feel regulator, which is specially tailored for hair care and skin care products. It combines excellent emulsifying, thickening, stabilizing, softening, spreadability improving and non‑sticky properties. A6 can enhance the stability and consistency of formulations, improve the combability and smoothness of hair, bring a refreshing and natural skin feel, and effectively upgrade the overall texture of products. It has good compatibility with most surfactants and functional raw materials, stable performance in the pH range of 4.5–8.5, and can be used with other emulsifiers for better effect. It is a high‑quality co-emulsifier and thickener widely used in conditioner, hair mask, body lotion, face cream, hair treatment cream and daily care products.
Chemical Type: Nonionic composite emulsifier, co-emulsifier, thickener, skin feel modifier
Functions: Emulsification, thickening, stabilization, softening, improving spreadability, non-sticky
Applications: Conditioner, hair mask, body lotion, face cream, hot oil treatment
Formulation Parameters
- Usage Rate: 2.0%–8.0%
- pH Compatibility: 4.5–8.5
- Compatibility: Good compatibility, no taboo
- Recommended Formulas: Conditioner, hair mask, cream, co-emulsification & thickening for emulsion system
Appearance, Odor, Solubility, Packing, Storage
- Appearance: White to yellowish flaky solid
- Odor: Slight characteristic odor
- Solubility: Soluble in oil phase when heated, stable emulsification
- Packing: 25kg drum
- Storage: Sealed, cool and dry place, 5–35℃, shelf life 18 months
