Lysophosphatidylglycerol is the hydrolysate of phosphatidylglycerol obtained by the reaction of phospholipase A2
Formula
C22H44O9P-
Mol. Weight
483.60
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
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
A modern synthetic phospholipid derivative created in the 20th century for cosmetic applications as a skin conditioning and emulsifying agent. No traditional use history.