Lecithin is a natural phospholipid and a versatile ingredient commonly used in skincare products. It functions as an emulsifier, emollient, and skin-conditioning agent, and contributes to the texture and efficacy of skincare formulations. Lecithin is valued for its ability to mimic the skin's natural barrier, making it an valuable moisturizing and protective ingredient. Hydrogenated lecithin adds hydrogen to lecithin, converting unsaturated fatty acids into saturated fatty acids for stability.
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Lecithin is a natural phospholipid and a versatile ingredient commonly used in skincare products. It functions as an emulsifier, emollient, and skin-conditioning agent, and contributes to the texture and efficacy of skincare formulations. Lecithin is valued for its ability to mimic the skin's natural barrier, making it an valuable moisturizing and protective ingredient. Hydrogenated lecithin adds hydrogen to lecithin, converting unsaturated fatty acids into saturated fatty acids for stability.
Where does it come from?
Lecithin is derived from both animal and plant sources, but in skincare, it is most often obtained from soybeans, sunflowers, or eggs. The extraction process involves separating lecithin from the source material's fatty components, creating a substance that can be used in various cosmetic and skincare products.
Moisturizing: As an emollient, lecithin can hydrate the skin by forming a protective barrier that locks in moisture, minimizing irritation, and keeping the skin soft and supple.
Skin Barrier: Lecithin's phospholipids are similar to those found in the skin’s natural barrier, which can strengthen and protect it. This makes it beneficial for irritated, sensitive, or compromised skin.
Product Penetration: Lecithin contributes to the absorption of other active ingredients in skincare formulations, ensuring they penetrate deeper into the skin for higher efficacy.
Soothing and Calming: Its skin-conditioning properties make lecithin effective in soothing irritated or inflamed skin.
Antioxidant Properties: Lecithin contains fatty acids that have antioxidant benefits, which can protect the skin from environmental factors like pollution and UV radiation, which can lead to the signs of maturing skin.
How is it used in our products?
Lecithin is used, for example, in F74 Regeneration Intense Face Creamfrom OLIVEDA. Its inclusion contributes to skin hydration and texture, as it protects the skin’s barrier function. It promotes the easy absorption of active ingredients, ensuring optimal efficacy. Due to its barrier-strengthening and antioxidant properties, lecithin can minimize the appearance of maturing skin.
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