Skin Conditioning
PHOSPHATIDYLGLYCEROL
Safety score · 0–100
Excellent
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A naturally occurring membrane phospholipid that stabilizes emulsions and reinforces the skin lipid barrier. Body-identical and exceptionally well tolerated, with decades of use in pharmaceutical liposomes and cosmetics.
Function
Skin benefits
- Reinforces skin lipid barrier
- Stabilizes liposomal/emulsion delivery
- Compatible with sensitive skin
- Mimics natural cell membrane phospholipids
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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