Cetearyl Alcohol vs Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer
Cetearyl Alcohol
Fatty alcohol blend — emollient and emulsifier
Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer
Silicone-based emollient
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Fatty alcohol blend — emollient and emulsifier
Silicone-based emollient
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Cetearyl Alcohol is categorised as "Softens and smooths" while Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer is categorised as "Softens and smooths". They serve different functions in skincare formulations.
In most cases, these ingredients can be used together. However, always patch test and introduce new ingredients gradually.
Cetearyl Alcohol is found in 399 products, while Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer is found in 7 products in our database.
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