Ceteareth-20 1 kg

Ceteareth 20 emulsifier for stable cream and cleansing formulations

Ceteareth 20 is a nonionic emulsifying ingredient widely used in cosmetic formulations to combine water and oil phases. The ingredient integrates easily into production systems, supports formation of stable emulsions and is applied in serial manufacturing of creams, lotions and cleansing products thanks to formulation versatility.

Properties and skin appearance outcome

The ingredient contributes to formation of smooth cream texture, improves product spreadability and provides comfortable skin feel during application. Formulations containing this emulsifier spread easily while maintaining uniform texture without heaviness. After use, skin appears smoother and products maintain pleasant consistency.

Application across industries

Ceteareth 20 is commonly used in creams, lotions, balms, masks, cleansing products, hair conditioners and various care emulsions. The ingredient is widely applied in private label and contract manufacturing thanks to its ability to stabilize emulsions across multiple formulations.

The ingredient is incorporated to combine oil and water phases, improve texture and stabilize finished formulations. It blends well with plant oils, emollients and active components ensuring stable emulsions.

Recipe for moisturizing skin cream formulation

Purified water 65 ml
Almond oil 15 ml
Ceteareth 20 8 g
Glycerin 5 ml
Preservative 2 ml
Cosmetic fragrance 5 ml

To prepare the cream, water phase is heated separately while oil and emulsifier are combined until uniform oil mixture forms. The water phase is gradually added into oil phase under constant mixing until stable emulsion develops. After cooling, glycerin, preservative and fragrance are incorporated while mixing continues until uniform cream texture forms. The finished cream spreads easily across skin and maintains stability during storage.

Ceteareth 20 is widely used in production cosmetic formulations supporting texture stability, reproducible performance and efficient industrial manufacturing.