Punica Granatum Sterols

Functions
Smoothing
Regeneration booster
Antioxidant
Skin conditioning
Hair conditioning
CAS Number(s)
949109-75-5
FDA UNII
UKV92KC49T
INCI name
Punica Granatum Sterols

Punica Granatum Sterols is derived from pomegranate seed oil by first heat sterilizing it and then fractionating to isolate the fraction rich in sterols. It is a white to light yellow waxy paste with a characteristic odor.

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) analyzed the safety of phytosterols used in cosmetics, including Punica granatum (pomegranate) sterols. Pomegranate sterols, tested using a Neutral Red Cytotoxicity assay, were not cytotoxic to cells. In a repeat irritation assay, Punica Granatum Sterols tested negative for genotoxicity and was not irritating to scarified skin.

In addition, Pomegranate oil sterols were determined to be non-irritant in both the dermal and ocular categories, and there were no signs of sensitization or irritation in a human repeat insult patch test (HRIPT). Punica Granatum Sterols was tested using in vitro dermal and ocular irritation models. This product was found to be non-irritating in both models.

Punica Granatum Sterols is an excellent skin-smoothing ingredient with repair and antioxidant properties. It is a natural, safe, and effective ingredient for cosmetic applications and is used in dry skin creams, baby oils, barrier creams, and hair care products in a concentration range of 0.5-5.0%.
Synonyms
ABS Pomegranate Sterols

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