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Emulsifier

STEARIC ACID

CAS 57-11-4 Updated
88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A naturally skin-identical fatty acid — gives creams their thick, smooth texture and helps oil/water mix. Outstanding safety; only minor concern is heaviness on oily skin.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISINGFRAGRANCEREFATTINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Texture building
  • Emulsion stabilization
  • Mild emolliency

Known concerns

  • Heavy on oily skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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