Phytosterols are now everywhere. They are now
part of food, beauty products, and pharmaceuticals. Surge in demand for herbal
and mineral extracts as food additives and rise in demand for pharmaceutical
phytosterols for treating diarrhea, bloating, and swelling have increased the
demand for phytosterols. According to Allied Market Research, the global phytosterols
market is expected to reach $935 million by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 9.62%
from 2016 to 2022.
What are phytosterols?
Phytosterols are phytochemicals, a certain plant-based
chemical compound that has a chemical structure similar to cholesterol. Some
studies prove that phytosterols function similar to cholesterol and thus, they
are widely used in topical beauty products. Phytosterols have several benefits
and we will discuss some of them in the article.
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Skin benefits of phytosterols:
Phytosterols have the ability to shield our
skin against sun damage and premature aging. When cosmetics containing phytosterols
are applied topically, it inhibits the production of certain degrading
substances in our skin that break down collagen. This loss of collagen affects
natural cell regeneration and reduces skin elasticity. On the contrary, phytosterols
can improve cell regeneration and collagen reproduction by promoting the metabolism
of skin cells.
Phytosterols enhance the balance of immune
responses. It makes our immune cells active. Moreover, it has anti-inflammatory
properties that make them excellent immunity-boosters. Thus, phytosterols can
keep our skin safe from itching, inflammation, and irritation and help us look
healthier.
Phytosterols are used on damaged skin which
is affected by environmental and physical regions. It can repair broken or
injured layers of the skin and help in healing naturally. What’s more,
phytosterols are truly a natural remedy for dermatitis, scars, sunburn, eczema,
wind chapping, and damages resulting from radiotherapy.
Hair benefits of phytosterols
Similar to skin benefits, phytosterols are
natural remedies for hair loss and hair thinning. Some studies suggest that increase
in levels of androgen in the body leads to hereditary hair loss, alopecia, and
baseline hair loss. Thus, the inclusion of phytosterols in diet can help
inhibit the formation of certain 5-alpha reductase, which could help in
reducing hair fall and even help eliminate it completely.
Along with this, phytosterols are used for the
regrowth of healthy hair. People suffering from alopecia, baldness, and
receding hairline can benefit from phytosterols within a few weeks. It is also
useful in softening hair fibers from the inside. This helps in repairing
brittle, dry hair and gives them a shiny, smooth outlook. However, the daily
consumption of phytosterols must be under a doctor’s recommendation as they can
be some side effects. Too much intake of phytosterols leads to constipation,
diarrhea, nausea, and indigestion.
Top Market Players:
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Archer Daniels Midlands
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Cargill Incorporated
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Pharmchem Laboratories Inc.
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BASF SE
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E.I. DuPont De Nemours
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Raisio plc
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Arboris LLC
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Unilever plc
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Hyphyto Inc.
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Gustav Parmenteir GmbH.
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