INCI name

BRASSICA CAMPESTRIS STEROLS

Brassica campestris sterols

A mixture of plant sterols from Brassica campestris, used as an emollient.

What it is

Brassica campestris sterols is a mixture of sterols (phytosterols) obtained from Brassica campestris, a plant of the cabbage family related to rapeseed. CosIng lists it as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, lotions, lip products and hair care products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not show the composition of the sterol mixture.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (33)

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