Caratteristica
- INCI
- Beta-Sitosterol
- CAS
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83-46-5
Questo è il numero della sostanza nel registro del Chemical Abstracts Service. Il numero CAS identifica in modo univoco una sostanza indipendentemente dalla lingua, dal nome commerciale o dai sinonimi.
- EC
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201-480-6
Questo è il numero della sostanza nel sistema europeo di identificazione chimica (numero CE), utilizzato nelle banche dati normative europee, tra cui ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- Stigmast-5-En-3-.Beta.-Ol
- Funzione
- emulsion stabilising, masking, skin conditioning, stabilising
Для кого подходит
Descrizione
Beta-Sitosterol is a plant-derived sterol, a naturally occurring compound found in oils, seeds, nuts, and some fruits and vegetables. In skincare and haircare, it’s used mainly for its soothing, barrier-supporting profile. It helps formulas feel more skin-friendly by supporting the look and feel of comfort, softness, and resilience, especially in products aimed at dry, stressed, or easily irritated-feeling skin.
For skin, beta-sitosterol is often included in moisturizers, balms, and after-sun or calming products because it can help reduce the appearance of dryness and support a smoother, more supple feel. In hair products, it may be used to condition the scalp or improve the feel of strands by adding a lightweight, emollient touch. People with dry, sensitive, or barrier-compromised-feeling skin may especially appreciate it.
Caveat: beta-sitosterol is not a miracle ingredient, and its effects depend on the full formula around it. It’s usually well tolerated, but as with any cosmetic ingredient, individual reactions can happen. If you’re very reactive or using a new product on sensitive skin, patch testing is a sensible step.
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