{"product_id":"acido-estearico","title":"Stearic Acid – Natural Hardening Additive for Candles and Cosmetics","description":"\u003ch3 id=\"descripci%C3%B3n-principal%3A-3\" data-source-line=\"425-425\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"427-427\"\u003eStearic acid is a saturated fatty acid of vegetable origin used as a \u003cstrong\u003ehardening additive\u003c\/strong\u003e in candle making and as an emulsifying ingredient in cosmetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"429-429\"\u003eIn small proportions (2-5%), it significantly improves \u003cstrong\u003ecandle hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e, facilitates \u003cstrong\u003eunmolding\u003c\/strong\u003e, increases \u003cstrong\u003eopacity\u003c\/strong\u003e, and extends \u003cstrong\u003eburning time\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is especially useful when working with soft waxes (soy, coconut) and you need more consistency without losing their properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"431-431\"\u003eIn cosmetics, it acts as an emulsifier, thickener, and stabilizer in creams, lotions, and soaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003chr data-source-line=\"433-433\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"%E2%9C%A8-por-qu%C3%A9-usar-%C3%A1cido-este%C3%A1rico%3A\" data-source-line=\"435-435\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ Why use stearic acid:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"437-442\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eHardens soft waxes\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds rigidity without changing properties\n✅ \u003cstrong\u003eImproves unmolding\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reduces mold adhesion\n✅ \u003cstrong\u003eIncreases opacity\u003c\/strong\u003e – Whiter, matte candles\n✅ \u003cstrong\u003eExtends burning time\u003c\/strong\u003e – Longer-lasting candles\n✅ \u003cstrong\u003eVegetable origin\u003c\/strong\u003e – From vegetable oils (palm, coconut)\n✅ \u003cstrong\u003eMultipurpose\u003c\/strong\u003e – Candles + cosmetics + soaps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003chr data-source-line=\"444-444\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"%F0%9F%93%8A-caracter%C3%ADsticas-t%C3%A9cnicas%3A-3\" data-source-line=\"446-446\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📊 Technical characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-container\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-scroll-init\" data-source-line=\"448-457\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-source-line=\"448-448\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-source-line=\"448-448\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProperty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-source-line=\"450-457\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-source-line=\"450-450\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditive for candles, cosmetic emulsifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-source-line=\"451-451\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite flakes \/ pearls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-source-line=\"452-452\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-source-line=\"453-453\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMelting point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54-72°C (depending on grade)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-source-line=\"454-454\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegetable (palm, coconut)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-source-line=\"455-455\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCandle dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-5% of total wax weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-source-line=\"456-456\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetic dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-25% depending on application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-source-line=\"457-457\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool, dry place\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-source-line=\"459-459\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"%F0%9F%95%AF%EF%B8%8F-usos-en-velas%3A\" data-source-line=\"461-461\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🕯️ Uses in candles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"463-463\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-source-line=\"464-468\"\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"464-464\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoy wax:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 3-5% for firmer molded candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"465-465\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoconut wax:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 2-4% to improve unmolding\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"466-466\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft paraffin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 3-5% to increase hardness\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"467-468\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-5% as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"469-469\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits in candles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-source-line=\"470-474\"\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"470-470\"\u003eEasier to unmold molded candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"471-471\"\u003eGreater opacity and matte finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"472-472\"\u003eSlower burning (candles last longer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"473-474\"\u003eBetter fragrance retention in vegetable waxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-source-line=\"475-475\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 id=\"%F0%9F%A7%B4-usos-en-cosm%C3%A9tica%3A\" data-source-line=\"477-477\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🧴 Uses in cosmetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-source-line=\"479-483\"\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"479-479\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreams and lotions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emulsifier and thickener (2-5%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"480-480\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoaps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardener and foaming agent (1-3%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"481-481\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firmer texture (5-15%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli data-source-line=\"482-483\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid sticks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Structural base (15-25%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-source-line=\"484-484\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"%F0%9F%9B%A0%EF%B8%8F-c%C3%B3mo-usar-%C3%A1cido-este%C3%A1rico-en-velas%3A\" data-source-line=\"486-486\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🛠️ How to use stearic acid in candles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"488-489\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Calculate amount\u003c\/strong\u003e\nUse 2-5% of the total wax weight. Example: for 1kg of soy wax, add 30-50g of stearic acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"491-492\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Melt together with the wax\u003c\/strong\u003e\nAdd stearic acid directly with the wax when melting. It fully integrates as it melts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"494-495\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Mix well\u003c\/strong\u003e\nStir to ensure even distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"497-498\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Follow normal process\u003c\/strong\u003e\nContinue with your usual process (adding fragrance, pouring, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003chr data-source-line=\"500-500\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 id=\"%F0%9F%92%A1-consejos-profesionales%3A-3\" data-source-line=\"502-502\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Professional tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"504-507\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eDo not exceed 5%\u003c\/strong\u003e – More can make the candle brittle and hinder burning\n⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eIncreases opacity\u003c\/strong\u003e – If you want translucent candles, do not use or reduce to 1-2%\n⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eImproves adhesion to glass\u003c\/strong\u003e – Useful in soy wax to reduce container peeling\n⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eCosmetic grade\u003c\/strong\u003e – If using in cosmetics, ensure it is cosmetic\/food grade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003chr data-source-line=\"509-509\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"%E2%9D%93-preguntas-frecuentes%3A-3\" data-source-line=\"511-511\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"513-514\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it the same as stearine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\nNot exactly. Stearine is a mixture of fatty acids (stearic + palmitic). Pure stearic acid is more specific and predictable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"516-517\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in soy container candles (BPF)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\nNot recommended. BPF is already formulated to adhere to glass. Adding stearic acid can cause peeling and cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"519-520\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it change the candle's color?\u003c\/strong\u003e\nYes, it increases opacity and makes the candle whiter\/matte. If you want vibrant translucent colors, use it sparingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"522-523\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it affect the candle's scent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\nDoes not negatively affect. 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