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Beta sitosterol

2021-12-02 10:23:06
Hey!! Is beta sitosterol a steroid and this be used in the skincare??? Will this also have same effect as normal steroid creM? Please help In bioderma cream it has beta sitosterol as ingredient
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No..it's moisturizer.. for detailed information do direct online consultation

Answered2021-12-03 01:20:07

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It has anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory effects. It's component of moisturizers which is prescribed for dry irritated inflammed skin usually

Answered2021-12-02 14:39:28

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Beta sitosterol is not similar to steroid cream. It is a plant derivative that has moisturising and soothing action on skin as it stimulates hylauronic acid synthesis.

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