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Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

$8.33 CAD - $185.33 CAD
Quantity: 20 G
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate | Emulsifier for Skincare & Sunscreen

  • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

    Mild Anionic Emulsifier for Stable Creams & Sunscreens

    INCI Name: Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

    Appearance: White to off-white powder or flakes

    Solubility: Dispersible in water and oils

    Usage Rate: 1% – 5%

    Function: Primary emulsifier, anionic surfactant, O/W stabilizer

    Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is a gentle, PEG-free anionic emulsifier that creates stable oil-in-water emulsions with a light and elegant skin feel. Commonly used in sunscreens and moisturizers, it supports SPF systems and active delivery while maintaining compatibility with a wide pH range and other emulsifiers.

    Commonly Used In:

    • Daily moisturizers and facial creams
    • Sunscreens and SPF emulsions
    • Lightweight body lotions
    • Eye creams and sensitive skin formulas
    • Active or treatment-based emulsions

  • What is Potassium Cetyl Phosphate?

    Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is a mild anionic emulsifier derived from fatty alcohols and phosphate esters. It’s valued for its stability, skin compatibility, and ability to support elegant O/W emulsions, even with challenging actives like UV filters or exfoliants. It’s commonly used in modern, PEG-free emulsifier systems.

    Why Use Potassium Cetyl Phosphate?

    • Mild & Non-Irritating: Suitable for daily-use and sensitive formulas
    • SPF-Friendly: Helps emulsify and stabilize sunscreens with UV filters
    • Excellent Stability: High electrolyte and pH tolerance
    • PEG-Free: Ideal for natural and clean-label formulations
    • Supports Active Delivery: Works well in AHA/BHA and vitamin-based systems

    Performance Highlights

    • Compatible with a broad range of esters, oils, and silicones
    • Produces light, silky, and fast-absorbing emulsions
    • Enhances emulsion stability even at low concentrations

    Additional Application Examples:

    • SPF 30–50 sunscreen formulations
    • Anti-aging and antioxidant face creams
    • Daily-use moisturizers for oily/combination skin
    • Vitamin C or retinol cream emulsions

    Formulation Tip:

    Heat in the oil phase (70–75°C). Can be used alone or with co-emulsifiers like glyceryl stearate or cetearyl alcohol for enhanced stability and richness.

    How to Use

    Pre-melt in oil phase and homogenize with water phase at 70–75°C. Suitable for hot-processed emulsions.

    • Usage rate: 1% – 5%
    • pH range: 4.5 – 8.5
    • Oil-in-water emulsions only

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    Certifications

    • Cosmetic-grade and globally accepted
    • PEG-free and non-comedogenic
    • Ideal for sunscreens and sensitive skin

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