Ceteth-20 Phosphate

What Ceteth-20 Phosphate is & what it does

Ceteth-20 Phosphate is a phosphate ester of ethoxylated cetyl alcohol, an anionic surfactant and emulsifier. In formulas it helps disperse and stabilize oil-in-water emulsions and can act as a cleansing or solubilizing agent, keeping creams and lotions uniform. It is often paired with co-emulsifiers to build the base of moisturizers and sunscreens. It is generally regarded as well tolerated at typical use levels, with no concern flagged here.

What is Ceteth-20 Phosphate?

Ceteth-20 Phosphate is a phosphate ester of ethoxylated cetyl alcohol. It works as an anionic surfactant and emulsifier in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.

What does Ceteth-20 Phosphate do in a formula?

It helps blend and stabilize oil-in-water emulsions and can assist in cleansing or solubilizing, keeping the product uniform and pleasant to apply.

Is Ceteth-20 Phosphate safe?

It is generally considered well tolerated at the levels used in cosmetics, with no concern flagged here. Sensitivity can vary from person to person.

Sunscreens with Ceteth-20 Phosphate

We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:

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