WHAT IT IS
Stearic acid is a colourless or white waxy solid that is also referred to as Octadecanoic acid due to its 18-carbon chain.
USAGE
Stearic acid is functioned as a surfactant which helps to lower the surface tension between two substances, an emulsifier to keep two difference substances form a stable emulsion without separating to its natural form and a thickener and hardener to help keep or retain the shape of the products.
COMMONLY FOUND IN
It is commonly used with a concentration of 0.5% in the production of bar soaps, facial cleansers, shampoos, body washes shaving creams, detergents, whereas 2-5% in lotions and face creams and 3-5% in candles-making and stearic acid is also used in the pharmaceuticals industry.
CAUSES & EFFECTS
Stearic acid is safe to be used in cosmetic products.
LOOKOUT FOR
Stearic acid, Octadecanoic acid
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