Stearic Acid - American International Ingredients, Inc.

What is Stearic Acid?

Stearic acid is often used in the personal care and cosmetic industries for its texture enhancing capabilities and stabilizing abilities.

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Stearic Acid Distributor & Supplier Information

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Stearic Acid Applications (Uses & Benefits)

Binding Agent

Stearic acid helps bind ingredients together in powders and tablets, which ensures consistent texture and performance.

Conditioner

Stearic acid is used in conditioners and moisturizers, helping to soften and smooth hair and skin.

Emulsifier

By allowing oil and water to mix, stearic acid helps stabilize and thicken formulations, which is important in the formulating process of creams and lotions.

Stabilizer

Stearic acid helps stabilize and thicken formulations, which allows oil and water to mix. This is an essential step in the process for creating creams and lotions.

Surfactant

Stearic acid is often used in soaps and cleansers. By lowering the surface tension of water, it helps to remove dirt and oil from the skin.

Thickener

Stearic acid can add body and texture to various personal care and cosmetic products, which can help make them feel richer on the skin.

About American International Ingredients - A Stearic Acid Supplier

American International Ingredients, Inc. is a leading stearic acid supplier with an additional full service portfolio of over 400 personal care and cosmetic ingredients. We offer one of the most extensive lines of acidulants distributed to manufacturers and processors in the cosmetic, makeup, personal care, nutritional supplement, pharmaceutical, and household & commercial cleaning sectors. With a strategic nationwide warehouse network and our reliable just-in-time deliveries, we can supply your business with high quality acidulants at competitive prices.