Cetearyl Alcohol
Cetearyl Alcohol is an emollient and surfactant ingredient. It’s in 1,529 products on Poliage, most often conditioner, body lotion and moisturizer. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 26, 2026
In plain English
A blend of cetyl and stearyl fatty alcohols. Thickens creams, softens skin and keeps oil and water blended.
What it does
Contains Cetearyl Alcohol: emollient
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cetearyl Alcohol: emulsifying
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cetearyl Alcohol: emulsion-stabilising
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cetearyl Alcohol: foam-boosting
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cetearyl Alcohol: opacifying
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cetearyl Alcohol: surfactant
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cetearyl Alcohol: viscosity-controlling
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 75132, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Cetearyl Alcohol
The Body Shop
Vibrant Bergamot Body Cream
Body lotion · 200ml · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Tree Hut
Violet Victory Whipped Shea Body Butter
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Tatcha
Violet-C Radiance Mask
Mask · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, carmine (from insects)
viral colorconditioner
Ingredients incomplete, can’t check
Neutrogena
Visibly Clear correct & perfect - Médium
50 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
Neutrogena
Visibly Clear Correct & Perfect CC Crème Claire
50 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Cien
VitalBeauty Dia
50 ml · Label from Portugal · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, chemical UV filters
The INKEY List
Vitamin B, C and E Moisturizer
Moisturizer · Lists fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Naturium
Vitamin Bright Illuminating Eye Cream
Eye cream · Lists silicones
Derma E
Vitamin C Brightening Eye Cream
Eye cream · Lists silicones
100% Pure
Vitamin C Brightening Eye Cream
Eye cream · Lists fragrance allergens
Derma E
Vitamin C Intense Night Cream
Moisturizer · Ingredients incomplete, can’t check
Derma E
Vitamin E 12000 IU Cream
Moisturizer · Lists fragrance
L’Oréal
Vitamin E Gentle Facial Wash
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, parabens, silicones
Suave
Volume & Body Volumizing Conditioner
Conditioner · 22.5oz · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid
Andrelon
Volume & Care
300 ml · Label from Netherlands · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones, formaldehyde releasers
Yes to
Volumising conditioner
280 ml · Label from Netherlands · Lists fragrance
e.l.f.
Volumizing Mascara
Mascara · Lists silicones
Jergens
Warm Amber Shea Fusion
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Laneige
Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Eye Cream
Eye cream · Lists fragrance, silicones, coconut derivatives
Laneige
Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Intensive Moisturizer
Moisturizer · Lists fragrance, silicones
R+Co
WATERFALL Moisture + Shine Lotion
Hair styling · 5 OZ · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Glow Recipe
Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment
Exfoliant · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Glow Recipe
Watermelon Glow Dew Shield SPF 30
Sunscreen · Lists fragrance, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives