Is Phytosomes safe in cosmetics?
Phytosomes has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Active Ingredient
Phytosomes
INCI: PHOSPHOLIPIDS
Phytosomes (CAS None) is a cosmetic active ingredient functioning as Delivery system and bioavailability enhancer for plant actives in topical. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted, max 11.97%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Delivery system and bioavailability enhancer for plant actives in topical formulations
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
EU Max Conc.
11.97%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific restrictions
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Phytosomes.
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Additional Ingredient Properties
4 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
cost_pricing
{"cost_tier": "mid-range", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_low": "45", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_high": "85", "natural_premium_markup_pct": "60", "organic_certified_premium_pct": "110", "supply_chain_volatility": "medium", "primary_source_region": "Soy/Sunflower", "synthetic_vs_natural_cost_ratio": "2.0", "bulk_discount_threshold_kg": "50", "seasonal_price_variation": "medium", "commodity_or_specialty…
hair_care
{"hair_function": "conditioning", "hair_type_suitability": "all", "curl_pattern_suitability": "all", "porosity_suitability": "all", "protein_sensitivity": "balanced", "moisture_protein_balance": "yes", "cg_method_approved": "not-a-silicone", "silicone_type": "not-a-sulfate", "sulfate_type": "no", "drying_alcohol": "no", "fatty_alcohol": "no", "heat_protectant": "yes", "color_safe": "neutral", "ker…
skin_suitability
{"oily_skin": "acceptable", "dry_skin": "recommended", "sensitive_skin": "acceptable", "combination_skin": "acceptable", "normal_skin": "recommended", "acne_prone": "acceptable", "rosacea": "acceptable", "eczema": "acceptable", "hyperpigmentation": "acceptable", "aging_mature": "acceptable", "dehydrated": "acceptable", "skin_benefit_primary": "barrier-repair", "skin_benefit_secondary": "delivery-s…
solubility_hlb
{"water_soluble": "partial", "oil_soluble": "yes", "soluble_in": "oils, ethanol, water", "insoluble_in": "glycerin", "log_p": "1.8", "appearance": "amber to brown viscous liquid", "source": "Lipoid"}
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Phytosomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phytosomes allowed in the EU?
Phytosomes EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 11.97%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phytosomes do in cosmetics?
Phytosomes functions as: Delivery system and bioavailability enhancer for plant actives in topical formulations. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: None.
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