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In the past few years,AHAs and BHAshave blown up the world of skincare.
Products with ingredients such as stearic acid can aid in the healing and strengthening your skin barrier.

What is stearic acid?
Stearic acid is a saturated fatty acid that can be found in various plant and animal fats.
It’s naturally occurring, existing in shea and cocoa butter and coconut and safflower oil.

In skincare products, it can be either natural or synthetic, perPaula’s Choice.
Stearic acid forms a protective barrier around the skin, locking in water.
However, it doesn’t disrupt the natural oil balance of the skin.

Axe, stearic acid is suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive and dry skin.
The body wash deeply cleanses the skin, adding moisture that lasts up to 72 hours.
Necessaire’sThe Body Lotionis no different.
With a 4.7 rating, users say the lotion is extremely hydrating and absorbs well.