INCI name

PHYTOSTERYL MACADAMIATE

Phytosteryl macadamiate

An ester of plant sterols and macadamia oil fatty acids, used as a conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Phytosteryl macadamiate is an ester of plant sterols (described in CosIng as sitosterol) with the fatty acids of macadamia nut oil. CosIng lists it as a hair- and skin-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

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

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 reveal the exact sterol composition of the raw material.

Functions

Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
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 (37)

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