ALUMINUM STEARATE

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

Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes

Aluminum Salt

✨ Role: Aluminum stearate is used as a thickener and stabilizer in cosmetic formulations. It helps improve the texture of the product and maintain its consistency.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

Safety: Aluminum stearate is generally considered safe for use in cosmetic products. However, it is always advisable to perform a patch test to check for any skin reactions.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and does not contain any animal products.

✨ Note: Although aluminum stearate is considered safe, it is important to note that it is derived from aluminum, a light metal. Some people prefer to avoid aluminum compounds in their cosmetics due to concerns about metal accumulation in the body.

Found in: Aluminum stearate is frequently found in creams, lotions, eye shadows, foundations, and lipsticks because of its ability to stabilize and thicken formulations.

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