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INCI ingredient

Stearic Acid

A fatty acid that thickens creams and helps them hold together.

What it triggers

  • Vegan originNot sureplant or animal source
  • FragranceNonot a perfume ingredient
  • ParabenNonot a preservative of this family
  • SulfateNonot a sulfate surfactant
  • SiliconeNonot a silicone
  • AlcoholNonot a drying alcohol

What it does

Stearic acid is a waxy solid found in both plant oils and animal fats. It gives body to lotions and is the base of many soaps.

Its source is not stated on the label, so it makes the vegan check say not sure unless the product is labelled vegan.

Functions: thickener, emulsion stabiliser

Products with Stearic Acid

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