Overview
Cetyl alcohol is a structure and feel ingredient for the cream-and-conditioner side of the bench. It gives body, slip, and a smoother, more finished feel when the rest of the formula is built for it.
It should not be confused with alcohol that makes a formula feel sharp or fast-drying. This is a waxy fatty alcohol, and it needs heat, compatibility, and a product family that can make use of its thickening and slip.