In this study, surface texturization on (100) silicon wafer using isopropanol-free alkaline solution was proposed and compared with texturization using conventional isopropanol alkaline etchant. Texturization conditions, such as concentration of etchant, etching temperature, and etching time were optimized to reduce optical reflection. In addition, lifetime of the carriers was measured by a home-made photoconductance system. Carrier lifetime up to 600 μs was obtained. The weighted reflectivity and surface coverage of pyramid of the textured Si substrate of better than 15% and 90% were achieved.