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Glycol Cetearate

What Glycol Cetearate is & what it does

Glycol Cetearate is an ester formed from glycol and cetearyl alcohol-derived fatty acids. In skincare and sunscreen formulas it functions as an emollient and emulsifying or opacifying agent, helping blend oil and water phases. It can also lend a smooth, conditioned feel to the finished product.

What does Glycol Cetearate do in skincare?

Glycol Cetearate is an ester used as an emollient and emulsifying or opacifying agent. It helps blend oil and water phases and can give a smooth, conditioned feel. It contributes to the texture and look of creams and sunscreens.

Is Glycol Cetearate natural or synthetic?

Glycol Cetearate is typically a processed ingredient, formed by combining glycol with fatty material that can be plant or synthetically derived. The finished ester is manufactured rather than used in raw plant form. Source can vary by supplier.

Does Glycol Cetearate clog pores?

There is limited specific comedogenicity data on Glycol Cetearate. As a fatty ester and emulsifier, individual responses can differ, especially for acne-prone skin. If you are concerned, monitoring your skin and patch testing can help.

Sunscreens with Glycol Cetearate

We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:

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