Ingredients / #57
Cholesterol
CAS: 57-88-5 · EC: 200-353-2
Skin Conditioning
Emollient
Emulsifier
Viscosity Modifier
CosIng Ref: 74991
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Description
Acts as a skin-conditioning agent that helps restore and maintain the skin's natural barrier function while providing emollient properties to soften and smooth the skin. This naturally occurring lipid also serves as an emulsifier to blend oil and water-based ingredients and can modify product texture. It has an excellent safety profile with minimal risk of irritation or adverse reactions.
Synonyms
콜레스테롤 (ko)
コレステロール (ja)
Cholest-5-en-3-ol (beta)-
cholesterol
Properties
✗ Fragrance
✗ Preservative
✗ Colorant
Safety Rating
INTERNAL
1/10 · Very Safe
Skin barrier lipid
Found in products
Total: 1190