Hand Cream Emulsifier Recommendations

To create a soft, fast-absorbing hand cream using ingredients like Cetyl Alcohol (or Cetearyl Alcohol) and Glycerin, you will need a suitable emulsifier to bind the oil and water phases together.

• Cetyl Alcohol and Cetearyl Alcohol are fatty alcohols that function as thickeners and stabilizers, improving cream texture and feel, but they are not emulsifiers.
• Glycerin is a humectant that adds moisture to the skin.
• Beeswax is primarily a thickener and barrier ingredient. While some modified types like Emulsifying Beeswax can emulsify, traditional beeswax is not a standalone emulsifier for light, fast-absorbing creams.

For the desired soft and fast-absorbing texture (an oil-in-water emulsion), we recommend using either:

• Light Cream Maker: This emulsifier creates a light, smooth, and easily absorbed cream texture without requiring heat during mixing.
• Satin Cream Maker: Also a heat-free emulsifier, it provides a soft, smooth texture and can handle a slightly higher oil content, making it suitable for formulas needing a bit more richness without being heavy.

Both Light Cream Maker and Satin Cream Maker work well in formulations containing Cetyl Alcohol or Cetearyl Alcohol (which help thicken the cream) and Glycerin (which adds hydration).

If you need a cream specifically for very dry hands that provides significant moisture protection with a non-greasy feel, the Water-Capsule system (for a Water-in-Oil cream) is an alternative to consider.