Ceteareth-20
Ceteareth-20 is an emulsifier — o/W emulsifier. It's found in 110 products in our database, making it one of the most common ingredients.
What it does
O/W emulsifier
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)
110 products
Holds the formula together
Best products with Ceteareth-20
Top products with Ceteareth-20
A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)
Confidence In A Cream Anti-Aging Moisturizer
StriVectin Anti-Wrinkle Intensive Eye Cream
Cloud Cushion Dewy Plumping Moisturizer — Ceramide & Peptide-Rich for Supple, Radiant Skin
Dynamic Skin Recovery Broad Spectrum SPF 50
Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50
mosisturizing
Crema viso anti-age
Faded Brightening Serum for Dark Spots and Discoloration (UNSCENTED)
C-Firma Fresh Day Serum
Super Multi-Corrective Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Collagen Peptide
Moisturizing Cream
PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion
Baby Eczema Soothing Lotion
Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream
Restorative Night Moisturizer
Essence Light Serum Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 PA +++ with Hyaluronic Acid
Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Protini Polypeptide Cream
Frequently asked questions
What does Ceteareth-20 do in skincare?
O/W emulsifier
Is Ceteareth-20 safe for sensitive skin?
Ceteareth-20 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 Ceteareth-20?
110 products in our database contain Ceteareth-20. The highest-rated is Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream scoring 9.1/9.8.
Can I use Ceteareth-20 every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.