Stearyl Alcohol
CAS Number: 112-92-5
Stearyl Alcohol is a C18 fatty alcohol used as a wax-like emollient, thickener, and emulsion stabilizer in cosmetic and personal care products. It contributes body and stiffness to creams and ointments while providing a smooth, conditioning skin feel. Stearyl Alcohol is commonly found in hair conditioners, barrier creams, and anti-aging formulations.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | White waxy solid or flakes |
| purity (%) | ≥98 |
| melting point (°C) | 55–60 |
| acid value (mg KOH/g) | ≤1.0 |
Applications
- Hair conditioners and hair masks
- Barrier creams and ointments
- Anti-aging skin care creams
- Deodorant sticks
- Emollient body butter formulations
Key Features
- Provides body and stiffness to emulsions
- Smooth conditioning skin feel
- Effective wax emollient
- Stable over a wide temperature range