Phytosteryl Canolate
AKA “Plant sterol canolate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Phytosteryl canolate
AKA: Plant sterol canolate
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Synthetic
Clean
Phytosteryl Canolate is the ester of Phytosterol and the fatty acids derived from Canola Oil Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Skin Protecting, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Powder
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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.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Viscosity Controlling
Nourishes & Protects
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester combining phytosterols with canola oil-derived fatty acids. Created for cosmetic formulations as a skin-conditioning and emollient ingredient without traditional historical use.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR