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Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine

What Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine is & what it does

A skin-identical phospholipid that supports the barrier and helps form liposomes that carry actives into the skin. It conditions and reinforces the surface.

What does Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine do in skincare?

Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine is a phospholipid, often derived from lecithin, that acts as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent in skincare and sunscreen formulas. It helps blend oil and water phases and is frequently used to build liposomes that carry other ingredients. Because it is related to skin's own lipids, it can also support a smooth, conditioned feel.

Is Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine safe?

Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine is widely used in cosmetics and is generally regarded as well tolerated at the levels used in formulas. It is a refined, hydrogenated form of a phospholipid, which makes it more stable than untreated lecithin. As with any ingredient, individual sensitivities are possible, so a patch test is sensible for very reactive skin.

Is Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine vegan?

Whether Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine is vegan depends on its source. Phosphatidylcholine is most often produced from soy or sunflower lecithin, which is plant-based, but it can in principle come from egg or other animal sources. If vegan status matters to you, check with the specific brand about the origin of their material.

Sunscreens with Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine

We rate 52 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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