Phytosteryl linoleate/linolenate
Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: Phytosteryl linoleate/linolenate is used in cosmetic products for its emollient properties, meaning it helps soften and smooth the skin. It also helps strengthen the skin barrier, helping to prevent moisture loss and maintain skin elasticity.
Ingredient type: Fat-soluble
Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is plant-based and therefore suitable for vegan formulas.
✨ Worth knowing: It's a derivative of the essential fatty acids linoleic acid and linolenic acid, which are crucial to skin health and integrity. Its good skin tolerance makes it suitable for sensitive and dry skin.
Found in: Often found in moisturizers, lotions, lip balms and hair care products for its nourishing and repairing properties.
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