Plant phytosterols 12-hydroxyoctadecanoic acid esters Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
Synthetic
Botanical. Derived from plant phytosterols and 12-hydroxyoctadecanoic acid (a saturated fatty acid), typically sourced from vegetable oils. Synthesized through esterification, chemically bonding phytosterols with hydroxystearic acid under controlled conditions.
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Moisturising
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester combining phytosterols with hydroxylated stearic acid. Created in modern cosmetics laboratories as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer