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Stearic Acid
Stearic Acid
emollient
Comedogenic: 2/5
A saturated fatty acid used as an emulsifier, thickener, and cleansing agent. Found naturally in cocoa butter and shea butter.
Benefits
Emulsifier, thickener, cleansing
Risks & concerns
Mildly comedogenic (2/5).
Best for
Dry skin Normal skin
Technical details
- INCI name
- Stearic Acid
- CAS Number
- 57-11-4
- Category
- emollient
- Comedogenic rating
- 2/5