Ceteth-4 Stearate
INCI: CETETH-4 STEARATE
Reviewed by Daisy · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
What Is Ceteth-4 Stearate?
Ceteth-4 Stearate (INCI: CETETH-4 STEARATE) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. Ceteth-4 Sterate is the ester of stearic acid and ceteth-4.
Its declared cosmetic function is skin conditioning.
Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.
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