Canola Sterols
AKA “Phytosterols, Plant sterols, Canola phytosterols
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Canola sterols
AKA: Phytosterols, Plant sterols, Canola phytosterols
Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Antioxidant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Canola Sterols is a mixture of phytosterols obtained from canola oil, derived from Brassica napus (Cruciferae), low in erucic acid Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Plant sterols extracted from canola oil in modern cosmetic formulation. Plant sterols have been recognized for skin barrier support in contemporary skincare research, though their isolated use is a 21st-century development.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR