Are emulsifiers harmful to your body Understand what emulsifiers are in lotions and creams

Do you have the habit of checking the ingredients when buying skincare products?Pure skincareAs mentioned in the article, rather than pursuing natural products, it's more important to choose skincare products that suit your skin type and don't contain unnecessary ingredients. If you pick up your skincare products, you might see water and some common natural ingredients that are good for the skin (such as:Centella asiaticaThen there are countless unfamiliar ingredients, such as emulsifiers, preservatives, and moisturizers. Today, let's first understand what emulsifiers are and what effects they have on our bodies.

What are emulsifiers? What are their uses?

Emulsifiers are a type of surfactant. Since most skincare products contain water and oil as ingredients, we all know that water and oil cannot mix on their own (this is why an oily bowl cannot be easily cleaned with water). Therefore, emulsifiers are needed to help!

Emulsifiers have a hydrophilic end and a lipophilic end; when added to water or oil, they allow the two substances to fuse. They are widely used not only in skincare products but also in household goods and food. Our common lotions and creams also rely on emulsifiers for mixing. However, if you Google the ingredients of your skincare products, you might be puzzled by their names: are they all chemical substances? In fact, emulsifiers can be divided into naturally derived and chemically-based ones.

What are the effects of emulsifiers on the body?

Emulsifiers commonly used in skincare products are generally harmless to the skin when used appropriately. So don't shy away from them just because you see the word "emulsifier"! Of course, if you have stricter requirements for ingredients, you can choose naturally derived surfactants, such as Cetearyl Olivate and Sorbitan Olivate, which are extracted from olive oil. The manufacturing processes for these emulsifiers are also more environmentally friendly.

The difference between lotion and cream

As mentioned earlier, lotions and creams, which are common in skincare products, both require surfactants. These two products, which have similar names and functions, often leave people confused, unsure which one to choose for their skincare routine.

Actually, their main purpose is the same! They're all used as the last step in skincare to lock in the serums from the previous skincare products and provide hydration. The only differences are in oil content, water content, and texture. You can choose according to your skin type and needs (their other ingredients may have other benefits for the skin), or adjust the level of hydration to suit seasonal changes.

There's no need to pursue all-natural; what suits you best is more important.

First, understand your skin's needs and the necessity of each ingredient. Then, choose brands with reliable and safe ingredient sources. This will prevent you from being hesitant to use skincare products containing unfamiliar ingredients. LE MOI-PEAU adheres to the principle of pure beauty, using no unnecessary ingredients and adding sufficient amounts of effective ones. We hope everyone can choose the most suitable products for themselves.