Sodium Stearate is a vegetable-derived surfactant and thickening agent supplied in the form of a fine white powder. It is a key ingredient in natural and solid personal care formulations due to its ability to thicken, stabilize, and provide a smooth, creamy finish.

Benefits of Sodium Stearate:

• Natural Stabilizer & Thickener: Sodium Stearate enhances the hardness and consistency of soaps and deodorants, allowing for creative shaping and sturdy formulations without synthetic preservatives.

• Creamy Foam & Opacity: Functions as an opacifier to produce a rich, creamy lather with a white finish, improving both aesthetics and sensory experience.

• Eco-Friendly Formulations: Enables the creation of solid products that reduce the need for plastic packaging.

• Versatile Use: Commonly used in solid cleansers, deodorants, shaving bars, and cream soaps.

How to Use Sodium Stearate:

• In Water-Based Formulations: Dissolve the powder in hot water (70–80°C) with continuous mixing for optimal results.

• Recommended Usage Rates:

  • General Use: 1–20%

  • Leave-On Applications: Up to 8%

Product Information:

• INCI Name: Sodium Stearate

• Form: Fine white powder

• Origin: Vegetable-derived

• Solubility: Soluble in hot water

Perfect for formulators looking to develop stable, solid, and preservative-free personal care products, Sodium Stearate is a functional and reliable choice for sustainable skincare innovation.