Ceteareth-6 Olivate

Ceteareth-6 Olivate at a Glance

• Mixture of a derivative of fatty alcohol cetearyl alcohol and a fatty acid from olives
• Works to make emulsions stable
• Often used in cleansers because it attracts both oil and water
• White, waxy solid in its raw form

Ceteareth-6 Olivate Description

Cetearth-6 olivate is a mixture of a derivative of fatty alcohol cetearyl alcohol and a fatty acid from olives. It works to make emulsions stable and offers skin-smoothing emollient properties. It is often used in soaps and shampoos because of its ability to attract both oil and water.

According to one of its suppliers, in its raw form it is a white, waxy solid. Typical usage levels in rinse-off or leave-on products ranges from 2–4%.

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