Holds the formula together
Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is an emulsifier — natural thickener. It's found in 5 products in our database, making it a less common ingredient.
What it does
Natural thickener
Who it's best for
A supporting ingredient — found in most cream and lotion formulas.
- Essential for product stability, not typically chosen by the consumer
- Generally well-tolerated across all skin types
- Helps oil and water phases blend into a smooth, usable texture
Works well with
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
- +Softens and smooths(emollient)
- +Locks moisture in(occlusive)
Found in
5 products
Category
Holds the formula together
Best products with Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
Serums
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Frequently asked questions
What does Cellulose Acetate Butyrate do in skincare?
Natural thickener
Is Cellulose Acetate Butyrate safe for sensitive skin?
Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Cellulose Acetate Butyrate?
5 products in our database contain Cellulose Acetate Butyrate. The highest-rated is Naturium Vitamin C Super Serum Plus scoring 8.8/9.8.
Can I use Cellulose Acetate Butyrate every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.