Essentially Natural Stearic Acid
Essentially Natural Stearic Acid
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Essentially Natural Stearic Acid is a plant-derived fatty acid used to harden and thicken cosmetic and home care products. It is a staple ingredient for improving the structure of soaps, candles, body butters, and solid bars, especially in warm climates where extra firmness helps prevent softening. In emulsions, it contributes to viscosity and a richer feel, and in cleansing systems it can support creamy foam and texture. This flake-form stearic acid is triple pressed and sourced from RSPO certified palm.
Key properties
- INCI: Stearic Acid
- Format: Flakes, triple pressed
- Function: Thickener, hardener, structurant, texture support
- Melting Point: Approx. 60°C
- Palm Status: RSPO Certified palm sources
- Certification: ECOCERT and COSMOS Approved
- Size Options: 250g, 500g, 1kg, 5kg or 10kg
What it’s used for
- Harden soaps, solid cleansing bars, and candles
- Improve heat stability in body butters and anhydrous balms
- Build viscosity and body in creams, lotions, and emulsions
- Support creamy textures in shave and cleanser style formulas
This product is commonly used to:
Who it’s for
- Soap and candle makers needing firmer, more stable products
- Formulators building structure in balms, butters, and solid bars
- Emulsion makers wanting added thickness and body
- Formulas requiring a fully palm-free ingredient list
- Water-only products with no oil phase
- Anyone wanting a ready-to-use finished product rather than a raw material
This product is suitable for:
This product is not for:
How to use
- As a Hardener in Anhydrous Products: Melt into the oil phase, then cool to set.
- As a Soap or Candle Structurant: Melt with your chosen fats or waxes and blend thoroughly.
- As an Emulsion Thickener: Add to the oil phase and heat until fully melted before emulsifying.
- Processing Tip: Small changes in percentage can significantly change firmness, test in small batches.
Safety instructions
- For external use only
- Avoid inhaling dust and avoid contact with eyes
- Use appropriate heat safety when melting
- Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat
- Keep out of reach of children and pets
Faqs
Q: Why is it called “triple pressed”?
A: It refers to a processing method used to refine and standardise the fatty acid.
Q: Can it make my body butter feel waxy?
A: At higher levels it can increase firmness and drag, so adjust percentage to suit your desired feel.
Q: Is it vegan?
A: This grade is manufactured from 100% plant oils.
For Your Safety
This natural product is for external use only. Please exercise caution and do not ingest or take internally. Store away from children, animals, sunlight and heat. If pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult with your medical care-giver before use.

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