TEGO® Sterol

Evonik Brand

Supplier:Evonik

Products:1

Cholesterol specialties for fortifying the skin.

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TEGO® Sterol KCS

INCI Name:Potassium Cholesteryl Sulfate
Functions:Emulsifier, Emollient, Emulsifier (O/W), Skin Barrier Protectant
Labeling Claims:Natural
Benefit Claims:SimDerma Data Available, Conditioning, Wrinkle Refinement, Rejuvenating, Skin Barrier, Stimulating, Hair Conditioning, Emulsifying, Healthy-Looking Skin, Skin Conditioning, Emolliency, Anti-Wrinkle, UV Protection, Reinforcing

TEGO® Sterol KCS is a skin identical Cholesterol derivative. Naturally found in the extracellular lipid matrix in the stratum corneum. Re-enforce the natural skin barrier.

Knowde Brand Summary

Identification

INCI Name: Potassium Cholesteryl Sulfate
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Actives
Skin Actives
Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients,
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Emollient,
Emulsifier,
Emulsifier (O/W),
Skin Barrier Protectant

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Anti-Wrinkle,
Conditioning,
Emolliency,
Emulsifying,
Hair Conditioning,
Healthy-Looking Skin,
Reinforcing,
Rejuvenating,
SimDerma Data Available,
Skin Barrier,
Skin Conditioning,
Stimulating,
UV Protection,
Wrinkle Refinement
Labeling Claims: Natural

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Beauty & Care
AP/Deo,
Bath & Shower,
Color Cosmetics,
Skin Care,
Sun Care
Application Format: Creams,
Leave On,
Powder,
Spray
AP/Deo Applications: Deodorants
Color Cosmetic Applications: Lip Care Products
Skin Care Applications: Hand Cream,
Moisturizers
Sun Care Applications: After Sun Products

Knowde Brand Highlights

Benefits at a Glance: Effective in the formation of lamellar structures in emulsions

Promotes surface incorporation of hydrophobic materials into the stratum corneum

Emulsification properties

Skin and hair conditioning

Used in a wide variety of leave on products

Oil soluble

Proven safe for use in cosmetics
The Science: The intercellular lipids of the stratum corneum contain cholesterol, ceramides and fatty acids, which play a key role in the skin's barrier function. Cholesterol and cholesterol sulfate constitute approximately 1/3^rd of these lipids and have been shown to be necessary in normal skin barrier functions, including lamellar structure formation and controlling permeability.
Applications: Skin care, including Moisturizing cream, Color cosmetics, Bath and Shower, Deodorants

Sun Care
Consumer Insights: Cholesterol and cholesterol derivatives play into several key trends in the cosmetics market, including:

The Daily Routine

Frequently utilized in daily routines

Moisturization is a top claim found in frequently used cosmetic products

Rich and caring formulations are associated with moisturization

Bio-Identical Molecule

Cholesterol and Cholesterol sulfate have been shown to be a crucial part of the lipid matrix in the skin, and can be derived from natural or responsible sources.

Clean beauty consumers are seeking solutions that have a natural basis but are more sustainable.

Men's Care

Men are increasingly adopting beauty care routines. Among other benefits, they are seeking a smoother, better shave with hydrated skin

Rich and caring products with oils (and cholesterol)