Naturally derived
Cetearyl alcohol
On the label: Cetearyl alcohol
A plant-based fatty alcohol that gives our conditioners their creamy texture.
What it is
A blend of two fatty alcohols, cetyl and stearyl, made from plant oils. Despite the name, it isn't a drying alcohol. It's a soft, waxy, conditioning ingredient.
Why we use it
Cetearyl alcohol gives our conditioners their thick, creamy texture, keeps the formula stable, and helps soften and smooth hair.
Where it comes from
Derived from vegetable oils.
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