Lecithin
INCI name
- LECITHIN,
Alternative names
- E 322,
- Lecitina Vegetal,
- Lecitin,
Origin
- synthetic,
Definition
- Lecithins. The complex combination of diglycerides of fatty acids linked to the choline ester of phosphoric acid,
INCI function
- antistatic,
- emollient,
- emulsifying,
- skin caring,
Substance category
No information available
Characteristics
- reduces static electricity by neutralizing the electrical charge on the surface
- promotes the formation of intimate mixtures of immiscible liquids by changing their interfacial tension
- makes the skin supple and smoothes it
- keeps the skin in good condition
- binds moisture
CAS-No.
- 8002-43-5,
EINECS/EILINCS-No.
- 232-307-2,
Studies, literature and statements
Wörterbuch der Kosmetik, page 164
Active ingredient similar to fat, which is found in all animal and plant cells, especially high contents in egg yolks, brain and spinal cord and in plant seeds. Soya lecithin shows a high contents of essential fatty acids, especially lineolic acid. Lecithin lowers the surface tension of water. In cosmetic preparations, it promotes resorption, absorption and penetration of the contents, works to soften and take fat out of the skin and the hair. It can be used in many ways in hair and skin care materials, among other things as well as a co-emulsifier and in addition is used for the manufacturing of liposomes.
Kursbuch Kosmetik, page 163
Moisture giving material, smoothing, maintenance. Good to care for dry skin, because lecithin is an outstanding moisture binder.
Product examples
This list includes 10 random products that contain Lecithin.
- Tiroler Nussöl Après Lotion
- Charlotte Meentzen Age Control Tagespflege Mit Lifting-Effekt
- Aesthetico Sensitive Eye Cream
- Clinique Super City Block Oil-Free Daily Face Protector Broad Spectrum 40 Spf
- Lavolta Rote Traube Serum
- Babor Skinovage Advanced Biogen Complex C
- Beate Johnen Neuro Guard Anti-Aging-Ampullenkur Für Tag
- Dr.Rimpler Special Pure Vital
- Garnier Fructis Hair Food Macadamia Shampoo
- Luce Hyaluronic Acid Booster