INCI: Lecithin
Lecithins are a mixture of phospholipids that can be found in a number of plant sources such as soybean, sunflower and cottonseed oils. Due to its amphiphilic nature, Soya Lecithin can be used in a wide range of products, from creams, ointments, baby oils, lotions and lipsticks to shampoos and other cleansing products. In skin care, Soya Lecithin has advanced softening and moisturising action, leaving the skin soft and supple, especially useful in products targeting dry and dehydrated skin.
Appearance: Amber to brown viscous liquid to solid
Recommended Usage: 0.5 – 3%
Formulation Tip: This ingredient is often used as part of an emulsification system and as such you may find this article on HLB useful
Suitable for: Skin Care, Hair Care, Cleansing Products, Baby Care
Note: This product may have a high microbial burden. Therefore, preservation of any finished product containing Soya Lecithin is strongly recommended
New Directions Australia Pty Ltd. does not supply food grade raw materials and therefore cannot waive GST.
Prior to use: Customers should always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet / Specification Sheet OR the ingredients label as affixed to each product which are current at the time of supply of the product.
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