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Emollient

PHYTOSTERYL CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE

88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

An ester of plant sterols (mainly soy/sunflower) with C8/C10 fatty acids, used as a skin-barrier-supportive emollient. Plant-sterol esters are well-studied and very gentle on skin.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Plant-sterol emollient
  • Supports skin barrier lipids
  • Light non-greasy feel
  • Compatible with anhydrous formulas

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
  • Possible nut/seed origin requires allergen labelling

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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