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Lecithin

Lecithin


4High risk. Frequently implicated in breakouts on acne-prone skin.

Rated high on clinic lists, which sits oddly with its use in barrier-repair formulas. Sources conflict.

What it does


emulsifieremollient

How solid is that number


The rating is graded disputed. Sources disagree. This figure circulates on clinic lists without a clear original citation, so treat it as a reason to patch test rather than a settled number.

It describes the raw ingredient in isolation. In a finished product, how much is present and where it sits in the ingredient list matter just as much. Run the whole label through the checker to see it in context.
Lecithin in its raw form
Lecithin