Hydrogenated Lysophosphatidylcholine
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Hydrogenated Lysolecithin
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Hydrogenated Lysophosphatidylcholine is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of lysophosphatidylcholine
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Phospholipids like lysophosphatidylcholine have natural presence in skin cell membranes and egg yolk. This ingredient was developed in modern times as a biomimetic compound to improve skin barrier function and cellular hydration in cosmetic products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR