Description
INCI Name: Magnesium Stearate
Molecular Formula: Mg(C18H35O2)2
Alternative Names: Magnesium distearate
Purity of Ingredient: 99%
Country of Origin: India
Molecular Formula: Mg(C18H35O2)2
Alternative Names: Magnesium distearate
Purity of Ingredient: 99%
Country of Origin: India
Description:
Magnesium Stearate is a fine, white powder made from magnesium and stearic acid. It is widely used in cosmetics, skincare, and makeup as a lubricant, thickener, and anti-caking agent. It helps improve texture, prevents clumping, and gives products a smooth, soft feel on the skin.
Benefits and Uses:
- Acts as a lubricant in pressed powders like face powders, blush, and eyeshadows to help them apply smoothly.
- Works as an anti-caking agent to stop powders from clumping together, keeping products free-flowing.
- Improves the texture of cosmetics, giving a silky, soft finish on the skin.
- Enhances the adhesion of powders to the skin, making makeup last longer.
- Used in skincare creams and lotions as a thickener to improve consistency.
- Helps stabilize formulations by preventing separation of ingredients.
Concentration and Solubility:
- Typical use level: 0.5% to 5% depending on product type.
- Does not dissolve in water, but mixes well with oils and some other liquids.
How to Use:
- For powders: Mix directly with other dry ingredients before pressing or blending.
- For creams/lotions: Stir into oils before combining with water.
