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Emollient ingredient

Lecithin

A phospholipid emulsifier naturally found in cell membranes that stabilizes emulsions and supports ingredient penetration.

Also known as: soy lecithin, sunflower lecithin, soybean phospholipids

emulsifierpenetration-enhancer

Benefits

  • ✓Stabilizes emulsions
  • ✓Supports delivery of actives
  • ✓Conditions skin with phospholipids

Watch for

  • ⚠Soy-derived forms may not suit those with soy allergies (typically at low cosmetic concentrations, risk is very low)
At a glance
CategoryEmollient
IrritancyLow–moderate
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

Found in 24 products
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Products with Lecithin

Amazing Face Moringa Cleansing BalmCleanser
Emma Hardie
Amazing Face Moringa Cleansing Balm
Crystal Retinal 3 Stable Vitamin ASerum
Medik8
Crystal Retinal 3 Stable Vitamin A
The Therapy Vegan Moisture Blending CreamMoisturizer
The Face Shop
The Therapy Vegan Moisture Blending Cream
SoonJung 2x Barrier Intensive CreamMoisturizer
ETUDE
SoonJung 2x Barrier Intensive Cream
Serum
Pyunkang Yul
Calming Moisture Serum
Real Hyaluronic Blue 100 AmpouleAmpoule
Wellage
Real Hyaluronic Blue 100 Ampoule