Products with Cetearyl Alcohol

Cetearyl alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that thickens creams and softens skin, and it is nothing like the drying alcohols people usually picture.

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The fatty alcohol that makes creams feel like creams

Cetearyl alcohol is a blend of cetyl and stearyl alcohols, both solid waxes derived from coconut or palm. In a formula it does two things: it stabilises the emulsion so oil and water do not separate, and it lays down an emollient layer that leaves skin feeling smooth rather than tight.

It is a signature of richer textures. Revision Skincare uses it in DEJ Face Cream, DEJ Night Cream, Firming Night Treatment and Gentle Cleansing Lotion, and it also anchors Intellishade Clear SPF 50.

Is cetearyl alcohol drying like other alcohols?

No, and the confusion is understandable. Denatured alcohol is a small volatile solvent that evaporates and can leave skin parched. Cetearyl alcohol is a long-chain wax that stays put and conditions. They share part of a name and almost nothing else.

How to shop at ELLEMES

As an authorized retailer we carry current formulations rather than old stock. If you are choosing between a lotion and a cream texture, our providers can talk you through it.

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Featured Products with Cetearyl Alcohol Reviews

Revision Skincare DEJ Eye Cream
Revision Skincare DEJ Eye Cream
4.7 (118 reviews) 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 118 reviews
$75.00
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“I LOVE this eye cream. I have tried so many eye creams and they usually either irritate my skin or just don’t do anything for me. This has given me almost immediate results without any irritation....”

— Jessalyn F.
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Revision Skincare Nectifirm Advanced
Revision Skincare Nectifirm Advanced
4.7 (139 reviews) 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 139 reviews
$64.00
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“Been using the product for 3 years and have had amazing results. I feel as if it is keeping the aging process at bay and has helped to reverse some fine wrinkles and laxity.”

— Tara W.
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Revision Skincare DEJ Face Cream
Revision Skincare DEJ Face Cream
4.8 (129 reviews) 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 129 reviews
$75.00
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“This is by far the best moisturizer I have used. Its super lightweight on my skin and doesnt make it feel oily. I used this twice daily starting in late February and didnt have to reorder...”

— Elizabeth
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