murphyBrassica campestris (Rapeseed) sterols
AKA: Rapeseed Sterols
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginNative to Temperate regions, Europe. Extracted from rapeseed (Brassica campestris) seeds of the Brassicaceae family, cultivated in temperate European regions. Obtained through solvent extraction or cold-pressing of seeds, followed by purification of the sterol fraction.
Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols is a cosmetic ingredient used as emollient, skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Brassicaceae (Mustard/Cabbage family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
90989-79-0
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR