Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is a long-chain phosphate salt, the molecular formula is: C16H34KO4P, the chemical structural formula is: C16H33OPO(OH)K, the CAS number is: 19035-79-1. It is usually in the form of white powder, has good emulsification and dispersibility, can be used in a wide pH range, and is suitable for skin slightly acidic pH formulas. Potassium cetyl phosphate has many uses in cosmetics: ‌1) Moisturizing and Nourishing: It can retain moisture in the skin, reduce dryness and tightness, and form a protective layer to prevent moisture evaporation; ‌2) Emulsifier: In products such as lotions and creams, potassium cetyl phosphate can be used as a primary emulsifier or auxiliary emulsifier to provide excellent emulsification and stable thermal stability; ‌3) Solubilizer: In medical cosmetics, it can increase the solubility of medicinal ingredients and fragrances; ‌4) Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, Whitening and Anti-Sensitive: Potassium cetyl phosphate has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, whitening and anti-sensitive effects, which can help the skin stay young, fade spots, and relieve inflammation and sensitive symptoms.