This is a safety assessment of Cholesterol as used in cosmetics. This ingredient is reported to function primarily as an emulsifier. The Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (Panel) reviewed relevant animal and human data related to this ingredient. The Panel concluded that Cholesterol is safe as a cosmetic ingredient in the practices of use and concentrations as described in the safety assessment.
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