Stearic Acid – 38% (Organic)

Description: Stearic Acid (Organic) – 38%-  is a saturated, long-chain fatty acid that’s found naturally in various animal and plant fats. Stearic Acid (Organic) is an emulsifier, emollient, and lubricant that can soften skin and help to keep products from separating. It is used in hundreds of personal care products, including moisturizer, sunscreen, makeup, soap, and baby lotion. It is also used in adhesives, lubricants, laundry products and paper products. Research also shows that stearic acid ingredient may help burns heal. Stearic Acid (Organic) is used most often to thicken and retain the shape of soaps (indirectly, through saponification of triglycerides composed of stearic acid esters). Stearic Acid (Organic) helps the skin remain hydrated by preventing or slowing moisture loss from the skin’s surface. Bulk Organic Stearic Acid is triple pressed from a vegetable based fat source and is classified as natural saturated fatty acid .

Odor and Appearance: White Granular

Botanical Name: N/A

Plant Part: N/A

Extraction Method: Cold Pressed

Extracted From : Flax seed and/or Mahua seed oil fractions

Origin: India

Type : USDA certified Organic

Common Uses: Stearic Acid -38%- (Organic) is a versatile fatty acid with numerous applications across various industries. Here are some common uses

1. Cosmetics and Personal Care: Used as an emulsifier, helps to blend oil and water-based ingredients in products like creams, lotions, and shampoos. It is used as a thickener, increases the viscosity of products, giving them a thicker consistency. Surfactant, improves the cleansing and foaming properties of soaps and detergents. Also, as a lubricant it reduces friction and provides a smooth feel to products like lipsticks and shaving creams.
2. Food Industry: In food industry as well it is used as an emulsifier it helps to stabilize food mixtures, such as chocolate and ice cream. Acts as a release agent that prevents food from sticking to molds and pans. It can also be used as a hardener, adds firmness to candies and other confections.
3. Pharmaceuticals: Acts as tablet lubricant Reduces friction during tablet manufacturing. Excipient: Used as a filler and binder in tablets and capsules
4. Industrial Uses: Lubricant: Used in greases, waxes, and metalworking fluids. Plasticizer: Improves the flexibility and durability of plastics. Release agent: Prevents materials from sticking to molds and dies. In candles it is used as an Hardener: Increases the hardness and melting point of candle wax.

Contraindications: Stearic Acid -38%- (Organic) is generally considered safe for topical use in cosmetics and personal care products.

Here are a few precautions to consider:

• Patch testing: Before applying any new skincare product containing stearic acid, it’s recommended to perform a patch test on a small area of skin to check for any allergic reactions.
• Individuals with sensitive skin: Those with sensitive skin may want to use products containing stearic acid in moderation or avoid them altogether.
• Oral consumption: While stearic acid is generally safe when used topically, it is not intended for oral consumption. Ingestion of large amounts of stearic acid can lead to digestive issues.

If you have specific concerns or are pregnant or breastfeeding, it’s always a good idea to consult with a healthcare professional before using products containing stearic acid.