Phytosterols
AKA “Plant sterols, Phytosterol complex”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Phytosterols
AKA: Plant sterols, Phytosterol complex
Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Antioxidant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Phytosterols is a complex mixture of sterols isolated from the higher plants Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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-derived compounds used in traditional medicine systems for centuries as anti-inflammatory agents. Modern skincare adopted phytosterols in the late 20th century for their skin barrier-strengthening and cholesterol-reducing properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR