Is Light Mayonnaise Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ybarra
Ybarra's Light Mayonnaise is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Modified Corn Starch, Potassium Sorbate, Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes potassium sorbate as a synthetic preservative and modified corn starch, raising concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of natural oils and vinegar contributes positively to the overall quality.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial additives.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains olive oil (4%), which is a good source of healthy fats, enhancing the overall quality.
- Vinegar adds flavor and acts as a natural preservative, supporting the product's safety profile.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial additives.
- Modified corn starch is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating preferences.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this mayonnaise, contributing to its texture and consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: agua
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil (26%) is a common cooking oil that provides fat content but is often refined, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: aceite de girasol
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used as a thickening agent, but its processed nature raises concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: almidón modificado de maiz
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Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used here as base. Extra virgin olive oil (4%) is a high-quality oil known for its health benefits, enhancing the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: aceite de oliva virgen extra
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Is Egg And Egg Yolk safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Egg And Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Eggs act as natural emulsifiers, helping to stabilize the mayonnaise and improve texture.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: huevõ y yema de huevo
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Is Wine Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Wine Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Wine vinegar adds acidity and flavor, contributing to the preservation and taste of the mayonnaise.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: vinagre de vino
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, playing a crucial role in the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Stabilizers Guar Gum And Pectins safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Stabilizers Guar Gum And Pectins is used here as stabilizer. Guar gum and pectins are used to stabilize the product, but their processed nature may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: estabilizantes (goma de garrofin y pectinias)
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Conservador (sorbato potásico)
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Is Concentrated Lemon Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Concentrated Lemon Juice is used here as flavor. Concentrated lemon juice adds natural flavor and acidity, enhancing the overall taste and freshness.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zumo de limón concentrado
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Lemon Juice
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Is Flavors safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. The term 'flavors' is vague and may indicate the presence of artificial or processed flavoring agents.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas
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Is Coloring Carotenes safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Coloring Carotenes is used here as colorant. Carotenes are natural colorants that provide color but may indicate some level of processing.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: colorante (carotenos)
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4154364
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Allergens detected: egg
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