LECITHIN

What it is: Lecithin is a type of fat that occurs naturally in many foods and also occurs in egg yolk. In cosmetics, it functions as a product stabilizer.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

 Note:

• You may need to look at the exact product claim to know if a vegan version was used.

Attributes:

Data unavailable

Note:

• Some studies show that Lecithin should be avoided by acne-prone skin.
• It may cause allergic reactions only if the individual is allergic to eggs or soy.
• EWG restricts the use of this ingredient in powders and sprayable products as it is classified as an asthmagen by the Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics (AOEC).

Conclusion
Lecithin is safe as per the current practice of use.

References

1. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
2. https://european-union.europa.eu
3. https://online.personalcarecouncil.org
4. https://ec.europa.eu
5. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in