Product Name: Sodium Stearate

Synonyms: Octadecanoic acid

Molecular Formula: C18H35NaO2

Molecular Weight: 306.46

CAS No.: 822-16-2

EINECS: 212-490-5

Description

The Stearate salts, including Lithium Stearate, Aluminum Distearate, Aluminum Stearate, Aluminum Tristearate, Ammonium Stearate, Calcium Stearate, Magnesium Stearate, Potassium Stearate, Sodium Stearate, and Zinc Stearate are fine, white powders with a slight fatty odor. In cosmetics and personal care products, Stearate salts are used mainly in the formulation of makeup products such as eyeliner, eyeshadow, mascara, lipsticks, blushers, face powders and foundations. They are also used in fragrances, deodorants, and hair and skin care products.

Benefits

1. Sodium stearate is a key ingredient in some skin cleansers. It is composed of stearic acid and alkaline solution;

2. Sodium stearate is a surfactant, which basically makes it easier for water to remove dirt from the skin.

3. Sodium stearate is not the only surfactant. However, it is a fairly mild surfactant and is less likely to cause irritation than some other surfactants