Phosphatidylcholine
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lecithins, egg yolk
What does it do?
Phosphatidylcholine 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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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Phosphatidylcholine 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 Phosphatidylcholine?
Phosphatidylcholine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lecithins, egg yolk
Is Phosphatidylcholine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phosphatidylcholine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phosphatidylcholine do in cosmetic products?
Phosphatidylcholine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Phosphatidylcholine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phosphatidylcholine is 8002-43-5.
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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: 15/10/2010