Barrier support ingredient

Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate

INCI: CHOLESTERYL HYDROXYSTEARATE

A cholesterol ester of hydroxystearic acid that mimics the skin's natural lipid composition. Used in premium Japanese moisturizers to reinforce the stratum corneum barrier and restore hydration.

Also known as: cholesteryl hydroxy stearate

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Benefits

  • Mimics natural skin lipids to reinforce the barrier
  • Rich emollient with barrier-repair properties
  • Excellent compatibility with skin's own cholesterol

No known watch-fors.

Compatibility

✓ Works well with
+ Behenyl Alcohol
At a glance
CategoryBarrier support
IrritancyLow
Beginner-friendlyYes
Pregnancy safeYes
In your routine

Pairs well with Behenyl Alcohol.

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Products with Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate

Exage Activation Moisture MilkMoisturizer
Albion
Exage Activation Moisture Milk