PEG-10 Phytosterol

Good

Cleansing Agent

No known benefits

PEG-10 Phytosterol at a glance

  • Used in skin care products as a cleansing agent/emulsifier
  • Plays a role in enhancing the overall texture of a formula
  • Goes by alternate names depending on how it’s sourced
  • Soy-based phytosterols can help rejuvenate ageing skin by keeping it pliant and supple
  • Recognised as safe for use in cosmetic products

PEG-10 Phytosterol description

PEG-10 phytosterol is a blend of synthetic humectant and solvent PEG-10 with natural skin-conditioning plant sterols from rapeseed (canola) or soy. This ingredient is used in skin care as a cleansing agent/emulsifier and plays a role in enhancing the overall texture of a formula. PEG-10 phytosterol also goes by the name PEG-10 soy sterol or PEG-10 rapeseed sterol, depending on how it’s sourced. While this ingredient is most commonly used for its functions mentioned above, research shows soy phytosterols in particular can help rejuvenate ageing skin by keeping it pliant and supple—a nice side benefit to have! As a class of ingredients, plant-based phytosterols and PEG compounds are generally recognised as safe for use in cosmetic products.

PEG-10 Phytosterol references

  • The Cosmetic Ingredient Review, December 2014, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2004, pages 23-47

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

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