Stearic Acid

Ingredients: Stearic Acid

Natural fatty acid occurring in vegetable fats. Anionic oil-in-water emulsifier

INCI: Stearic Acid

Other Names: Cosmetic grade

Type: Vegetable derived
Aroma:  None
Colour:  Whitish to yellow flakes

CAS NO: 57-11-4

Country of Origin:

Absorbtion Rate: Medium

Melting Point: (69-71°c)
Solubility: Insoluble in water but soluble in oils and alcohols.

Acidic Value 205-211 mg KOH/g

Saponification : 206-212 mg KOH/g

HLB: 15

Vegan: Vegan Suitable

Why Choose This Stearic Acid for my formula?

• Thickens and stabalises formulations
• Suitabel for creams and lotions
• Used as a hardener in stick products and soaps
• Acts as a good emulsion stabaliser
• Effective thickening properties
• Soft , pearly  and cooling effect on the skin
• Suitable for use as a lubricant
• Moisturising lipid
• Improves shelf life
• Refatting
• Masking
• Surfactant
• Suitable for cold process soaps

How much to use :

Melt into the oil phase. Ensure it is fully dissolved into your oil stage, use agitation if required in order to minimise the risk of graniness in your final formula. Exact percentage depends on the desired result and requires testing.

Applications: Suitable for lipsticks, lip balms, lotion bars, mascara, pomades, ointments and salves, shampoos, conditionsers, skin peels, shower gels, cleanser, face masks and stick cometics. Can be added to candles

Average usage amounts 0 - 10%

Max usage level 25%

Shelf Life: 3 Years from date of manufacture. Store in a cool , dark, dry place.

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