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Stearic Acid is a saturated long-chain fatty acid with an 18-carbon backbone
It exists as a glycerol ester in most animal and plant fats, and is a major component of cocoa butter and shea butter
It is used as a surfactant and emulsifying agent for fragrance and as the base for other fatty acid ingredients that are synthesized into emollients and lubricants. Accordingly, it can help keep products from separating and it can soften skin
