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Cholesterol
AKA “POWDER, ASH”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Cholesterol
AKA: POWDER, ASH
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 1
Varies With Manufacturer
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Lipid
Synthetic
Clean
A natural lipid that strengthens skin's moisture barrier, smooths texture, and helps blend formula ingredients seamlessly for a luxe feel.
Formula
C27H46O
Mol. Weight
386.70
CAS #
57-88-5
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Light Stabilizer
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
This appears to be a CAS number for cholesterol, a naturally occurring steroid found in all animal cells. Historically used in skincare for its moisturizing and barrier-repair properties, becoming a standard cosmetic ingredient in the 20th century.
Melanin-Rich Skin
Highly Suitable
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
—
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
CANADA✔ permitted
Regulatory Agencies
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Supernutrient Firming Facial
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Cosmetic talc powder.
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Final report on the safety assessment of capsicum annuum extract, capsicum annuum fruit extract, capsicum annuum resin, capsicum annuum fruit powder,
International journal of toxicology, 2007
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Final report on the safety assessment of capsicum annuum extract, capsicum annuum fruit extract, capsicum annuum resin, capsicum annuum fruit powder,
International journal of toxicology, 2007
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Final report on the safety assessment of capsicum annuum extract, capsicum annuum fruit extract, capsicum annuum resin, capsicum annuum fruit powder,
International journal of toxicology, 2007
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Final report on the safety assessment of capsicum annuum extract, capsicum annuum fruit extract, capsicum annuum resin, capsicum annuum fruit powder,
International journal of toxicology, 2007
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Final report on the safety assessment of capsicum annuum extract, capsicum annuum fruit extract, capsicum annuum resin, capsicum annuum fruit powder,
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Final report on the safety assessment of capsicum annuum extract, capsicum annuum fruit extract, capsicum annuum resin, capsicum annuum fruit powder,
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Mesoporous magnesium carbonate for use in powder cosmetics.
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Effect of whitening toothpastes and activated charcoal powder on enamel wear and surface roughness.
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Efficacy of undecylenic acid-zinc undecylenate powder in culture positive tinea pedis.
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Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Capsicum Annum Extract, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract, Capsicum Annuum Resin, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Powder, Capsicum Frutescen Fruit, Capsicum Frutescens Fruit
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Cholesterol
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Re-Review Summary of Cholesterol as Used in Cosmetics
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International Journal of Toxicology
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Cholesterol
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Chondrus Crispus Powder
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower/Leaf/Stem Powder
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Powder
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Citrus Junos Fruit Powder
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Powder
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Citrus Tangelo Fruit Powder
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Citrus Tangelo Peel Powder
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Citrus Unshiu Flower Powder
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Citrus Unshiu Fruit Powder
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Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Powder
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Corallina Officinalis Powder
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Cystoseira Compressa Powder
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Laminaria Digitata Powder
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Laminaria Japonica Powder
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Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Powder
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Husk Powder
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Powder
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Palmaria Palmata Powder
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Panax Notoginseng Root Powder
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Porphyra Umbilicalis Powder
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Porphyra Yezoensis Powder
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Punica Granatum Seed Powder
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Carpel Powder
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Root Bark Powder
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Rosa Canina Flower Powder
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Rosa Canina Seed Powder
European Commission
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Rosa Centifolia Flower Powder
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Rosa Damascena Flower Powder
European Commission
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Powder
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Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Powder
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Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Powder
European Commission
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Silk Powder
European Commission
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Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Powder
European Commission
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Undaria Pinnatifida Powder
European Commission
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Undaria Pinnatifida Root Powder
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Vaccinium macrocarpon seed powder
European Commission
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Vanilla Planifolia Seed Powder
European Commission
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Powder
European Commission
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Powder
European Commission
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Skin Powder
European Commission
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Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Powder
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
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Amber Powder
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Anthemis Nobilis Flower Powder
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Ascophyllum Nodosum Powder
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Bambusa Arundinacea Bamboo Stem Powder
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Camellia Sinensis Seed Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
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Cholesterol
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Chondrus Crispus Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Citrus limon (lemon) juice powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Shell Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Fucus Vesiculosus Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Hordeum Vulgare Leaf Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Houttuynia Cordata Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Laminaria Digitata Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Lithothamnion Calcareum Powder
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EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Leaf Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Seed Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Hull Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Rosa Canina Seed Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Silk Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Undaria Pinnatifida Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Vaccinium macrocarpon seed powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Vanilla Planifolia Seed Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Skin Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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White Clay Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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b) Products that could come in contact with the genital area (for example, diapering products, body powder, bath products)
Health Canada
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c) Products in loose powder form that may be used for diapering
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Cephaelis ipecacuanha Brot. and related species, roots, powder, and galenical preparations
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Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
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Conium maculatum L. fruit, powder and galenical preparations
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d) Other products in loose powder form intended for use on the face or body
Health Canada
Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
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e) Other products in loose powder form (for example, dry shampoo, foot powder)
Health Canada
Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
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Hyoscyamus niger L. leaves, seeds, powder, and galenical preparations
Health Canada
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Carnosic acid-rich rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) leaf extract limits weight gain and improves cholesterol levels and glycaemia in mice on a hig
Ibarra A, Cases J, Roller M, Chiralt-Boix A, Coussaert A et al.
The British journal of nutrition, 2011
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Effect of saponins from quinoa on a skin-mimetic lipid monolayer containing cholesterol.
Jurek I, Góral I, Gęsiński K, Wojciechowski K
Steroids, 2019
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Cholesterol synthesis and esterification in experimental xanthoma tissues.
Kodama H, Nagao Y, Arakawa K, Tada J, Nohara N
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Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR