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Emollient

Phytosteryl Macadamiate

Often labeled as: Macadamia Sterols

The butter-like lipid that mimics human sebum.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 1 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A complex ester of plant sterols and macadamia fatty acids. It mimics the intercellular lipids of the skin, providing profound barrier repair.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Restores the lipid matrix, softens skin, and prevents moisture loss.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Melts beautifully into the skin without feeling greasy.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is highly comedogenic.

The Science

It is exceptionally bio-compatible and rarely causes breakouts.