🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
A type of lipid that makes up the cell membranes of all living things. In skincare, they act as excellent emollients and are used to create "liposomes" that deliver actives deeper.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Hydrates the skin and drastically improves the penetration of active ingredients.
💡 Pro Tip
If a product claims an active is "encapsulated," phospholipids are usually doing the work.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
They clog pores because they are fats.
The Science
They are highly biocompatible and very rarely cause breakouts.