Ingredient
CHOLESTERYL HYDROXYSTEARATE
Substance information
This ingredient contains cholesterol (cholesterol, 3-beta-cholest-5-en-3-ol) or dihydrocholesterol. Hydroxystearates are salts or esters of 12-hydroxystearic acid (12-hydroxy-1-octadecanoic acid).
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
SKIN CONDITIONING
Maintains the skin in good condition
SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Softens and smoothens the skin
VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products
Belongs to the following substance groups
Regulating cosmetics
Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.