Do you want your own homemade cosmetics to have a pleasant texture and at the same time care for your skin as effectively as possible?

Add sunflower lecithin to it, a natural plant-based raw material rich in phospholipids. In homemade cosmetics, it is primarily used as an emulsifier and stabiliser, which facilitates the combination of oil and water phases and helps achieve a pleasant consistency of products.

It will facilitate the even dispersion of cosmetic ingredients and promote their penetration into the skin. It combines well with, for example, vegetable oils, vitamins, antioxidants, or D-Panthenol. You can also add your favourite essential oils or essential blends to the recipe.

Lecithin is a natural source of phospholipids, which are part of cell membranes, and the skin absorbs them very well as a result. They help replenish its lipid layer, support the natural protective barrier, and reduce excessive drying.

Your skin will then remain supple, soft, and hydrated. Lecithin is particularly suitable for cosmetics intended for dry, sensitive, stressed, or irritated skin. It can also be used in gentle products for children.

Sunflower lecithin is an alternative to soy lecithin. It has a dark brown colour and a characteristic subtly nutty scent, which we recommend taking into account when designing the cosmetic product recipe.

It is insoluble in water and soluble in the oil phase. Therefore, it is usually added to the oil part of the recipe and is mainly used in the production of face and body creams, cosmetic milks, balms, masks, hair cosmetics, or lip products.

Because natural lecithin is more susceptible to oxidation, store it tightly closed, in a cool place, and away from light. This is a cosmetic raw material intended for further processing, not for standalone direct application.

Benefits

• Raw material of natural origin
• Free from synthetic additives
• Suitable for vegans
• Gentle on the skin, also suitable for sensitive skin
• Emulsifying properties
• Ideal raw material for the production of homemade natural cosmetics

What is an emulsifier

An emulsifier is a substance that helps combine water and oils, which is ideal for making creams and other cosmetic products.

Recommended use

Use as a raw material for cosmetic production.

Creation tip – facial milk

In a bowl, thoroughly mix 0.5 g of Sunflower Lecithin with 6 g of Almond Oil and let it dissolve for a few minutes. While stirring constantly, gradually add Lavender Hydrolate BIO until a delicate cosmetic milk is formed. Store in the refrigerator and use quickly.

Recommended storage

Store in a dry place, protect from heat.

Country of origin

Czechia