What Is Estradiol?
Estradiol is a hormone that is naturally found in females and can also be produced by the adipose tissue of men and postmenopausal women. It helps with skin conditioning in cosmetics, but because it's not easily absorbed when taken orally, it's often formulated. Estradiol has an ester side-chain and is a type of estrogen that promotes growth in livestock. It has health effects similar to those of estrogen and is also known as 17beta-estradiol or beta-estradiol.
What is the purpose of Estradiol in personal care products?
It is used for its skin conditioning
characteristics.
Estradiol moisturizes and strengthens skin.
Names and identifiers that we found for this substance include: Estradiol, Dihydrofolliculin, 17beta-Estradiol, and Estra-1(10),2,4-triene-3,17beta-diol.
What Are Skin Conditioning Ingredients?
Estradiol has skin conditioning characteristics.
Skin conditioning ingredients improve the texture, feel, and overall appearance of the skin, helping to avoid harmful effects from external factors. Skin conditioning ingredients moisturize the skin and strengthen its natural barrier function to help protect it from damage caused by harsh weather and sunlight. Some skin conditioning ingredients are anti-inflammatory and can help reduce redness and irritated skin.
Safety
Remember, always read and follow the instructions provided on product labels carefully. If you have any questions or concerns about using a product containing various ingredients, consult with your doctor or healthcare provider before use.