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Emollient

Cetyl Esters

Often labeled as: Synthetic Wax

The vegan spermaceti wax alternative.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 2 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A synthetic mixture of esters designed to exactly mimic the physical properties of spermaceti wax (historically harvested from whales). It acts as a profound emollient and thickener.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Locks in intense moisture, thickens creams beautifully, and conditions the skin.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A fantastic, vegan alternative for heavy barrier creams.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is harvested from whales.

The Science

Modern cosmetic Cetyl Esters are 100% synthetic or plant-derived.