7-dehydrocholesterol

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: 7-dehydrocholesterol plays a key role in the production of vitamin D3 in the skin when exposed to the sun's UVB rays. In cosmetics, it is mainly used as a skin conditioning agent, improving the texture and appearance of products.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for topical cosmetic use.

✨ Vegan: No, 7-dehydrocholesterol is usually derived from animal sources such as lanolin.

✨ Worth knowing: Although it is a precursor of vitamin D, its use in cosmetics is not intended to supplement the skin with vitamin D. People with wool allergies may be sensitive to this ingredient due to its origin, so it's advisable to test the product on a small area of skin beforehand.

Present in: Often found in suncare products and certain moisturizers and anti-aging products designed to improve skin condition.

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