Ingredient
Phytosterols
Plant sterols
Vegetable sterols
Beta-sitosterol/campesterol blend
What it is
A mixture of plant-derived sterols, predominantly beta-sitosterol and campesterol, extracted from vegetable oils.
How it works
Structurally similar to skin's own lipids, phytosterols help reinforce the skin barrier and soften the skin surface.
What it does
Emollient
Skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.