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Ceteth-3

What Ceteth-3 is & what it does

Ceteth-3 is an ethoxylated cetyl alcohol, a non-ionic surfactant with a low degree of ethoxylation. It is generally used as an emulsifier and emollient, helping stabilize emulsions while contributing a smooth skin feel. It is a standard formulation aid with no flagged concerns in this catalog.

What is Ceteth-3?

Ceteth-3 is an ethoxylated cetyl alcohol with a low degree of ethoxylation, acting as a non-ionic surfactant.

What does Ceteth-3 do in a formula?

It is generally used as an emulsifier and emollient, helping stabilize emulsions while contributing a smooth skin feel.

Is Ceteth-3 safe?

It is generally considered safe as used in cosmetics and has no flagged concerns in this catalog.

Sunscreens with Ceteth-3

We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:

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