Phytosterols
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phytosterols is a complex mixture of sterols isolated from the higher plants
What does it do?
Phytosterols is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Phytosterols is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Phytosterols?
Phytosterols is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phytosterols is a complex mixture of sterols isolated from the higher plants
Is Phytosterols allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phytosterols is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phytosterols do in cosmetic products?
Phytosterols is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010