Products Description Vegetable-based, highly refined fatty alcohol. Melting point 56 – 60°C (133-140F). HLB 15.5 (give oil-in-water emulsions but only to a limited degree). Benefits Acts as co-emulsifier, skin conditioner, and superfatting agent Has good thickening and stabilizing properties for all kinds of emulsions Can be used as opacifier Use Melt before use (58°C/138°F) or add to hot water phase. Typical use level 0.5-10%. For external use only. Applications Serums, creams & lotions, deodorants and other stick personal care products.