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Emollient

BETA-SITOSTEROL

CAS 83-46-5
90

Safety score · 0–100

Excellent

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Beta-sitosterol — a plant cholesterol analog that helps reinforce the skin barrier and soothe irritation. Skin-mimetic lipid with strong tolerance even on compromised or sensitive skin.

Skin benefits

  • Strengthens moisture barrier
  • Anti-inflammatory and soothing
  • Mimics natural skin lipids
  • Supports skin lipid lamellae structure

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
  • Formula stabilization sometimes needed

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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