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Punica Granatum Sterols

Often labeled as: Pomegranate Sterols

The ultimate vegan alternative to Lanolin.

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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

Sterols extracted from pomegranate oil. They have a massive water-holding capacity, absorbing more than 200% of their weight in water, acting as a profound occlusive and hydrator.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Heals chapped lips, repairs extreme barrier damage, and deeply conditions.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

The absolute hero ingredient in high-end vegan lip masks.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is a steroid.

The Science

Plant sterols are natural lipids that repair the barrier; they possess zero hormonal steroid activity.