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Surfactants,- are wetting agents that lower the surface tension of a liquid, allowing easier spreading, and lower the interfacial tension between two liquids

The above is true, the alcohol also balances the pH, as hair responds best to a lightly acidic bath, which makes the cuticle lie flat and therefore diminishes catching and damage from brushing, and improves shine

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What is the heat of combustion of cetyl alcohol?

36 Kj/g


What are the ingredients in Pantene Pro V shampoo?

Ingredients: Water, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamide MEA, Glycol Distearate, Dimethicone, Fragrance, Panthenol, Panthenyl Ethyl Ether, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Benzoate, Ammonium Xylenesulfonate, Disodium EDTA, PEG-7M, Citric Acid, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone The product(s) does not contain ingredients considered hazardous as defined by OSHA, 29 CFR 1910.1200 and/or WHMIS under the HPA.


How does stearyl alcohol and cetyl alcohol work in shampoo and conditioners?

These alcohols. are used in shampoo and conditioners to improve the lubricant effect of the product. *** Edit*** The above is true to some extent but not completely. The alcohol affects how the product looks and feels in your fingers, the same as silicone/dimethecone does. But it also has another use. It is there to balance the pH of the product. If the alcohol was left out, the other ingredients in your shampoo would make a reasonably alkaline mixture, however your hair responds best to a slightly acidic bath. It makes the cuticle lie flatter, and dry better, so when used properly, it can make your hair more shiny, than if you used a product without it, and it can prevent too many snarls. I hope this is helpful!


What are the ingredients of Lubriderm lotion?

water, mineral oil, glycerin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, cetyl alcohol, panthanol, cetearyl alcohol, phenoxyethanol, stearic acid, dimethicone, carbomer, ceteareth-20, sodium hydroxide, sodium citrate, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance, citric acid. ethylparaben.


What is the molecular formula of CTAB?

[(C16H33)N(CH3)(CH3)(CH3)]BrCHEMICAL NAME - Cetyl Tri Methyl ammonium Bromide

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The ingredients that can be found in Rejoice shampoo include water, sodium citrate, and sodium laureth sulfate. The shampoo also contains benzyl and cetyl alcohol.


Cetyl alcohol water solubility?

Insoluble. The molecular formula of cetyl alcohol is


Is cetyl alcohol drying to hair if it's an alcohol?

No, it is a fatty alcohol.


What is the chemical formula of cetyl alcohol?

C16H34O


Is cetyl alcohol organic or inorganic?

organic


What lotion does not have cetyl alcohol in it?

Burt's Bees has a hand creme that does not list cetyl alcohol in its list of ingredients--I can't remember the exact name of it, but it has lots of purple on the tube. Also, Yardley of London has a lavander body lotion with no cetyl alcohol or any other alcohol listed (at least not one with alcohol in its name). Both of these items, I've for at least a year, so don't know if the current versions of these items have cetyl alcohol or not. It'll give you a starting point...


What is the purpose of cetyl alcohol?

The purpose of cetyl alcohol is thicken creams and lotions, it can also be used as a lubricant for nuts and bolts. They are also used in shampoos to make the solution opaque.


What is the heat of combustion of cetyl alcohol?

36 Kj/g


Can cetyl alcohol get you drunk?

The only alcohol that can get you drunk is Ethyl alcohol or Ethanol. Also, Methyl alcohol will get you dizzy but you will get blind if you drink it. Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol (looks like a white wax) and initially was made out of whale fat (the name cetyl comes from cetaceous). It is commonly used in cosmetics as an opacifier and has some skin and hair conditioning properties.


What is in no more tears shampoo?

"No More Tears" shampoo typically contains water, surfactants (such as sodium laureth sulfate), conditioning agents (like cetyl alcohol), preservatives (such as methylisothiazolinone), and sometimes fragrances. It's designed to be gentle on the eyes and skin, with a pH balanced to prevent stinging or irritation. Search Wholesale05 in Google.


What lotion does not have alcohol in it?

Burt's Bees has a hand creme that does not list cetyl alcohol in its list of ingredients--I can't remember the exact name of it, but it has lots of purple on the tube. Also, Yardley of London has a lavander body lotion with no cetyl alcohol or any other alcohol listed (at least not one with alcohol in its name). Both of these items, I've for at least a year, so don't know if the current versions of these items have cetyl alcohol or not. It'll give you a starting point...


Will stearyl or cetyl alcohol be detected by the scram bracelet?

will stearylalcohol be detected in scram bracelet