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Emollient

STIGMASTERYL NONANOATE

CAS 20242-95-9
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A plant sterol fatty acid ester combining stigmasterol with nonanoic acid. Acts as a barrier-supporting emollient with a light skin feel, generally well tolerated in moisturisers and balms.

Function

EMULSION STABILISING, SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Plant sterol ester acting as an emollient and skin conditioner
  • Supports skin barrier with phytosterol component
  • Smooth, non-greasy slip on the skin
  • Well tolerated by sensitive skin types

Known concerns

  • Limited dedicated SCCS opinion for the exact ester
  • Quality depends on the plant source and refining

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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