7-DEHYDROCHOLESTERYL PALMITATE

Conditioning Agent

80

Good

About 7-DEHYDROCHOLESTERYL PALMITATE

A skin-protecting UV filter derived from provitamin D — helps shield and condition your skin. Well-tolerated with no known hazards.

Detailed Analysis

7-Dehydrocholesteryl Palmitate is the palmitic acid ester of 7-dehydrocholesterol (provitamin D3). Upon UV irradiation, it can undergo photochemical conversion to cholecalciferol (vitamin D3). It is used in cosmetics for its skin-protecting and UV-filtering properties. No GHS hazards or EU restrictions.

What It Does

SKIN PROTECTING UV FILTER

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ skin protection
  • ✓ provitamin D3 source

Safety Score

80

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.