Hydroxylated lecithin is chemically modified lecithin. It is made by treating lecithin with hydrogen peroxide and an organic acid such as acetic or lactic acid.
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Uses
Useful in a variety of applications, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and foods.
Benefits
Lecithin is a natural emulsifying agent and one of the most important components of cells. It is a naturally occuring mixture of the diglycerides of stearic, palmitic and oleic acids, linked to the choline ester of phosphoric acid and plays an important role in a cell’s metabolism, especially regarding membrane penetration and has been used as a surfactant in cosmetics. Lecithin’s use in cosmetics was previously limited because of its oxidation and instability against heat, however, Hydroxylated Lecithin (Lecithin with the addition of a hydroxyl -OH group) has all the good qualities of natural lecithin, yet its stability is greatly improved. Lecithin improves the homeostatasis of the skin (Dermaxime.com).
Cautions
Hydroxylated Lecithin is approved by the FDA as a food and cosmetics additive and is generally considered safe for use. It is also approved by the Environmental Working Group as well as the CIR.
Interactions
None are recorded.
Other names
[3-[(9R,10R)-9,10-dihydroxyoctadecanoyl]oxy-2-octadecanoyloxy-propyl] 2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl phosphate
References
Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydroxylated_lecithin
TruthinAging, https://www.truthinaging.com/ingredients/hydroxylated-lecithin