A Silicone-Alternative Ester That Redefines Skin Feel in Bulk Formulations
Cetiol CC is a dialkyl carbonate ester widely used across the cosmetic industry as a lightweight alternative to silicone emollients, prized for its dry, silky finish on skin. This raw material is applied in the production of creams, lotions, sun care products, facial care items, and color cosmetics, where a non-greasy texture and fast absorption without a filmy residue are required. The 10 kg packaging targets industrial and conveyor-line manufacturing, where formulators need consistent batch-to-batch performance when scaling recipes. The product belongs to the emollients wholesale category, allowing manufacturers to consolidate raw material orders for entire formulation lines within a single delivery.
The most common applications of this emollient include lightweight face and body emulsions, sunscreens, makeup primers, makeup removers, and anti-aging product lines. Formulators value its ability to dissolve organic UV filters, improve pigment dispersion in color cosmetics, and leave a slippery yet non-oily feel on the skin. Unlike classic silicones, dialkyl carbonate is biodegradable, making it an appealing choice for brands with sustainability positioning and for markets with restrictions on volatile silicones. Beyond skincare, similar lightweight esters are used in hair care formulas to reduce stickiness and weigh-down, as well as in select household chemical formulations requiring a slippery, non-greasy texture.
When building formulations, this component blends well with other emollients of varying polarity, giving chemists precise control over the sensory profile of the finished product. Pairing it with Softy Touch creates a softer, more velvety skin feel, while combining it with Cetiol 868 reinforces the dry-touch finish in decorative products and sunscreens. For formulations targeting sensitive or reactive skin, OLIVDERM is frequently added to soften texture and improve comfort on application. The ingredient is typically introduced into the oil phase of an emulsion during heating to 70-80 degrees alongside other lipid components, with usage levels commonly ranging from 3 to 15 percent of total product mass depending on the desired texture and product type. Store the raw material in its original, tightly sealed container in a dry area at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat sources to maintain stability throughout the shelf life.
For production labs and manufacturing lines working with 10 kg volumes, this emollient supports uninterrupted serial output of creams, emulsions, and sun care products without frequent reordering, keeping sensory characteristics consistent across batches. Such stability is essential when entering retail chains and export markets, where technical specifications for product texture are strictly defined.
Lightweight Dry-Touch Facial Emulsion
Cetiol CC 65 g
Cetiol 868 25 g
OLIVDERM 20 g
Emulsifier 55 g
Glycerin 35 g
Distilled water 790 g
Preservative 10 g
Heat
the oil phase containing the emollients and emulsifier to 75 degrees, and
separately heat the water phase with glycerin to the same temperature, then
slowly pour the oil phase into the water phase while homogenizing continuously
for 5-7 minutes. Cool the mixture to 40 degrees, add the preservative, mix
until uniform, and package into clean containers.