Abstract:Rice bran contains an abundance of phytosterols. We have developed
“Riceterol EsterTM” (RSE), which consists of a phytosterol ester and
fatty acids made from the by-product of extracting oil from rice bran.
RSE has been registered as a cosmetic ingredient in rice bran-derived
products, and its physical functions, such as its high water retention
and emollient effects, are evident, although its biological functions
remain poorly understood. In this study, we clarified the biological
effectiveness of RSE. Treatm… Show more
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