Phytosteryl Canolate
AKA: Plant sterol canolate
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Clean
Phytosteryl Canolate is the ester of Phytosterol and the fatty acids derived from Canola Oil
CAS #
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Form
Powder
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Viscosity Controlling
Nourishes & Protects
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester combining phytosterols with canola oil-derived fatty acids. Created for cosmetic formulations as a skin-conditioning and emollient ingredient without traditional historical use.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR