Soy Lecithin Liquid is a natural emulsifier and is widely accepted in natural skincare formulations. Certified cruelty free and vegan friendly Part of a group of fat like substances called phospholipids which consists of fatty acids, glycerol and Vitamin B and E Natural water in oil emulsifier, penetration enhancer and a thickener Skin and hair conditioning properties Natural emollient, excellent for dry skin applications Boosts skin barrier powers and is super moisturising Often added to formulations as a penetration enhancer to improve the skin feel of the product Emulsifier Lecithin LiquidN° 838
DilutionBetween 0.5% - 10%Top TipRecommended PH - 4-8.Soluble in oil.For water in oil emulsions, add lecithin in the oil phase and heat to around 70°C and gently stirred until fully dissolved. Heat the water phase to the same temperature (in a separate beaker) and then very slowly trickle the water phase into the oil/lecithin phase and homogenise for around 5 minutes. Once cooled add a preservative and let to stand for 24 hours to get the final consistency.Lecithin can be tricky to work with and can sometimes curdle or can separate when formulating. It is one of the hardest natural emulsifiers to work with and can take some practise to get it right.DilutionBetween 0.5% - 10%Top TipRecommended PH - 4-8.Soluble in oil.For water in oil emulsions, add lecithin in the oil phase and heat to around 70°C and gently stirred until fully dissolved. Heat the water phase to the same temperature (in a separate beaker) and then very slowly trickle the water phase into the oil/lecithin phase and homogenise for around 5 minutes. Once cooled add a preservative and let to stand for 24 hours to get the final consistency.Lecithin can be tricky to work with and can sometimes curdle or can separate when formulating. It is one of the hardest natural emulsifiers to work with and can take some practise to get it right.
Key FactsLatin Name: LecithinOrigin: IndiaExtraction Method: Extracted from Soybeans. No GMOColour: Yellow to brownOdour: CharacteristicVegan: YesOrganic: NoMSDS documentation: Click hereIndications This product cannot be guaranteed free from traces of nuts or other allergens. Seek medical advice before use if you are pregnant or suffering from any medical conditions or allergies. Always conduct a patch test before using any new product. Store in a cool dry place away from sunlight. As our products are natural, the colour and odour may vary from batch to batch. We are continually improving our products and so on occasion the product you receive may differ slightly in appearance from images displayed on our website. But don’t worry, it doesn’t affect the quality or performance of your product – it’s just down the natural and organic variations in our ingredients. We describe and promote our products in good faith. The information given with regard to the beneficial properties of our products (including medicinal and beauty) depend on popular opinion. We do not express these thoughts as facts. The beneficial effects of our products may vary depending on the user.
