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Skin Conditioning

C10-40 HYDROXYALKYL ACID CHOLESTEROL ESTERS

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Cholesterol esters with hydroxyalkyl acids — structurally similar to natural skin lipids, helping skin retain moisture and support its barrier. Safe and non-irritating.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Biomimetic skin lipid
  • Supports barrier function
  • Skin conditioning
  • Viscosity control

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Related skin conditionings

Same plant / compound family

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