Hydrogenated lecithin

Hydrogenated lecithin

INCI HYDROGENATED LECITHINEC number 295-786-7Role Skin conditioning

Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emulsifier and surfactant of plant, synthetic, or animal origin. It stabilizes mixtures of water and oil in cosmetic formulations. It is used in skincare by facilitating the homogeneous incorporation of ingredients.

Skin conditioningSurfactant
Ingredient

Roles & functions

Skin conditioning — Keeps the skin in good condition and protects it; improves its comfort.

Surfactant — Lowers the tension between two surfaces; cleanses and helps remove impurities.

Emulsifying — Allows phases that do not naturally mix, such as water and oil, to be blended together.

Regulatory framework

What the authorities say

AuthorityStatus
Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009)Autorisé
CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008)No CMR classification
ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health)Not identified as an endocrine disruptor
ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59)Not on the Candidate List (SVHC)
European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III)No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling
European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009)No referenced nanoform
Products

Products containing it

Statistics

In Lou’s database

67
products listed
Most frequent categoriesAnti-aging · Hydration · Complexion · Eye contour · Serums
Most frequent brandsJonzac · Caudalie · Nuxe · Bioderma · Esthederm
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