{"product_id":"stearic-acid-1kg","title":"Stearic Acid - 250ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eStearic Acid is a white waxy natural acid formed in animals and vegetable fat.   We use stearic acid from a vegetable source  (Palm). This is made to blend well with cosmetic recipes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStearic Acid creates the pearly and waxy feeling when added to body care products which assists with a cooling effect when applied to skin.    The natural fats undergo a hydrogenation process to convert the fat to Stearic Acid.   This process involves changing the liquid vegetable oil to a solid or semi fat.  The small pastilles are ideal when used as an emulsifying agent in creams, lotions, deodorants and most natural body products. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fairly insoluble in water but more soluble in alcohol.   Stearic Acid stores well and has an indefinite shelf life.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStearic acid is used for candle making as a hardener to ensure longer burning. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInformation provided is for educational purpose only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Earth \u0026 Thyme","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43590177095842,"sku":"AKE S\u0026PW","price":110.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/8715\/8946\/files\/WhatsApp_Image_2026-08-19_at_10.18.37_AM.jpg?v=1787127559","url":"https:\/\/earthandthyme.shop\/products\/stearic-acid-1kg","provider":"EARTH \u0026 THYME","version":"1.0","type":"link"}