Emollient ingredient
Branched Fatty Acid (C10-40) Cholesterol Esters
INCI: BRANCHED FATTY ACID (C10-40) CHOLESTEROL ESTERS
Ester mixture of cholesterol with branched C10-40 fatty acids. Mimics the composition of sebum, making it highly compatible with skin lipids. Used in luxury Japanese skincare (Kanebo, POLA) for barrier-restoring emolliency.
Also known as: cholesterol fatty acid ester, branched chain cholesterol ester
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Benefits
- ✓Structurally similar to sebum lipids
- ✓Supports skin barrier function
- ✓Non-greasy emollient
No known watch-fors.
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Cholesterol+ Ceramide NP+ Squalane
