Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract is the extract of the hydrolysate of Lecithin derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract?
Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract is the extract of the hydrolysate of Lecithin derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.
Is Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Lecithin Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 05/02/2018