Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides is a chemical compound of natural origin.

The name describes the structure of the molecule

• "Cetearyl" refers to a combination of cetearyl alcohols, which are a blend of cetyl and stearyl alcohols. These are fatty alcohols derived from natural sources like plants or animal oils.
• "Wheat Straw" indicates that the compound is derived from wheat straw.
• "Glycosides" are compounds formed from the reaction of a sugar with another compound; in this context, it refers to the sugary compounds extracted from wheat straw.

Description of raw materials used in production

• Wheat straw - The primary source from which the sugars are derived.
• Cetostearyl alcohol - A combination of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol.
• Solvents and extracting agents - Used to draw out sugars from the wheat straw.

Step-by-step summary of industrial chemical synthesis process

• Sugar extraction - Sugars are extracted from wheat straw using solvents and extracting agents.
• Purification - Extracted sugars are purified to remove any impurities.
• Reaction with cetostearyl alcohol - The purified sugars then react with cetostearyl alcohol to form the glycosides.
• Neutralization and further purification - The mixture is then neutralized and further purified.
• Quality Control - The final product is tested to ensure it meets specifications.

It appears in the form of a white powder.

What it is for and where

Cosmetics

Surfactant - Emulsifying agent. Emulsions are thermodynamically unstable and are used to soothe or soften the skin and emulsify, so they need a specific, stabilising ingredient. This ingredient forms a film, lowers the surface tension and makes two immiscible liquids miscible. A very important factor affecting the stability of the emulsion is the amount of the emulsifying agent. Emulsifiers have the property of reducing the oil/water or water/oil interfacial tension, improving the stability of the emulsion and also directly influencing the stability, sensory properties and surface tension of sunscreens by modulating the filmometric performance (1).

Surfactant - Cleansing agent. Cosmetic products used to cleanse the skin utilise the surface-active action that produces a lowering of the surface tension of the stratum corneum, facilitating the removal of dirt and impurities. 

Commercial applications

Cosmetics. Used as an emulsifying agent to blend oil and water phases, ensuring a smooth consistency.

Skincare Products. Incorporated into creams, lotions, and serums to provide a smooth texture and improve skin feel.

Makeup Products. Employed in products like foundations and primers to ensure even spread and enhance skin feel.

Haircare Products. Added to conditioners and hair treatments to provide a pleasant consistency and ease of distribution.

Natural and Organic Products. Due to its natural origin, it is often used in natural or organic cosmetic products.

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(1) Luond-Valeskeviciute, I., Haenggi, B., & Gruenwald, J. (2010). Efficacy of three thixotropic nasal spray preparations on seasonal allergic rhinitis assessed by allergen challenge in an environmental exposure unit.

Abstract. The comparative study was performed as a prospective, randomized, semi-blind cross-over trial following the same design as the pilot study with few exceptions. 18 patients were included and received the nasal sprays IQM12 and IQM13 and no treatment. IQM12 and IQM13 contained the emulsifiers Xyliance and Tegin, respectively. Xyliance (cetearyl wheat straw glycosides and cetearyl alcohol) is a PEG-free, biodegradable self-emulsifier....