Phytosphingosine Hcl
What Phytosphingosine Hcl is & what it does
Phytosphingosine HCl is the hydrochloride salt form of phytosphingosine, a sphingolipid that occurs naturally in the skin's outer layer as part of its barrier. In skincare and sunscreen formulas it is used at low levels to support the skin barrier and is also noted for helping condition the skin. The salt form improves its solubility and stability in water-based products.
What does Phytosphingosine HCl do in skincare?
Phytosphingosine HCl is a salt form of phytosphingosine, a lipid that naturally occurs in the skin's barrier. In skincare and sunscreen it is used at low levels to support the skin barrier and to condition the skin. The salt form helps it mix more easily into water-based formulas.
Is Phytosphingosine HCl safe?
Phytosphingosine HCl is a well-established cosmetic ingredient used at very low concentrations and is generally considered safe in skincare formulas. Because it relates to a lipid the skin already makes, it is typically well tolerated. For individual concerns, a qualified professional is the best source of advice.
Is Phytosphingosine HCl natural or synthetic?
Phytosphingosine itself mirrors a lipid found naturally in skin, but the ingredient used in cosmetics is typically produced by fermentation or synthesis for purity and consistency. It is best described as a nature-identical ingredient made under controlled conditions.
Sunscreens with Phytosphingosine Hcl
We rate 8 sunscreens that contain it:
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Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-free Dry Touch SPF50
89/100
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Cantabria Labs Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-free SPF-50
89/100
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Heliocare 360 SPF 50 Pa++++ Oil Free Sunscreen Gel
89/100
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Heliocare 360° Color Gel Oil-Free Spf 50
86/100
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Heliocare 360 Color Gel Oil Free spf 50
86/100
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Heliocare Advanced Xf Gel Spf 50
79/100
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Heliocare 360 Airgel
78/100
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Heliocare Gel Ultra Spf 90
69/100