Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides
A plant-derived mild emulsifier. It blends oil and water and keeps cream uniform. Well tolerated.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides (INCI: Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides) is a plant-derived emulsifier made from wheat straw glycosides combined with cetearyl alcohol. It binds the oil and water phases and keeps the cream uniform and stable. It is used in emulsions, lotions and creams. Its role is functional, not treatment. It gives the formula structure, stability and a pleasant texture, but it is not an active that cares for the skin on its own. It is a good base ingredient for gentle formulas. For topical use it has no systemic relevance and can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good: a mild emulsifier, with low irritation potential and low allergy risk, suitable for sensitive skin. Since it comes from wheat, people with a known wheat protein allergy should choose the formula carefully, although the protein content of this kind of glycoside is usually very low.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides safe during pregnancy?
Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides for?
Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides and what does it do in cosmetics?
A plant-derived mild emulsifier.
What's the INCI name for Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides?
The INCI name is Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides.
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