SODIUM STEARATE

Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: Sodium stearate is primarily used as a thickening agent and stabilizer in cosmetic products. It helps to give formulations a firmer texture and consistency, allowing for more uniform application to the skin. In addition, it can serve as an emulsifier, facilitating the mixing of water and oil.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

Safety: Yes, sodium stearate is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is usually synthetic or comes from plant sources, making it acceptable for vegans.

✨ Note: People with very sensitive skin or skin prone to irritation should test this type of ingredient on a small area before using it more extensively. Due to its alkaline properties, it may potentially irritate very sensitive skin in high concentrations.

Found in: Bar soaps, deodorants, facial and body cleansers, certain types of toothpaste.