Stearic Acid - 1KG

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. 60C Palm Status: RSPO Certified palm sources Certification: ECOCERT and COSMOS Approved Size Options: 250g, 500g, 1kg, 5kg or 10kg What Its Used For This product is commonly used to: 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 Who Its For This product is suitable 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 This product is not for: 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 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.