Is Mayonnaise Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lesieur
This page reviews Mayonnaise by Lesieur as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sodium Benzoate, Lutein, Paprika Oleoresin.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This mayonnaise contains several processed ingredients such as xanthan gum and sodium benzoate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colorants also indicates a less natural composition.
Main concern
Contains xanthan gum and sodium benzoate, which are synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.
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 natural ingredients like vegetable oils and egg yolk, which contribute to its flavor and texture.
- Includes vinegar, which can enhance the overall taste profile of the mayonnaise.
Concerns
- Contains xanthan gum and sodium benzoate, which are synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.
- The presence of artificial colorants like lutein and paprika oleoresin indicates a processed composition.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Vegetable Oils is used here as base. Vegetable oils serve as the primary base for mayonnaise, providing texture and flavor. However, the type of oils used can vary in quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Huiles végétales
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a common ingredient in mayonnaise, helping to achieve the desired consistency without adding calories.
Role in formula: base
Original: eau
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Is Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Vinegar is used here as flavor. Vinegar adds acidity and flavor to mayonnaise, enhancing its taste and acting as a preservative.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vinaigre
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk acts as a natural emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water in mayonnaise for a smooth texture.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: jaune d'oeuf
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Iodized Salt is used here as flavor. Iodized salt enhances flavor and provides essential iodine, contributing to the overall taste of the mayonnaise.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel iodé
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added to balance the acidity of vinegar and enhance the overall flavor profile of the mayonnaise.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: additifs alimentaires
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gomme xanthane
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Is Citric Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to regulate acidity and enhance flavor, but it is a processed ingredient that may not be natural.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acide citrique
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Is Lutein safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Lutein is used here as colorant. Lutein is an artificial colorant that raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: colorants lutéine
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Is Paprika Oleoresin safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Paprika Oleoresin is used here as colorant. Paprika oleoresin is another artificial colorant that contributes to the product's color but raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: oléorésine de paprika
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Is Sodium Erythorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sodium Erythorbate is used here as antioxidant. Sodium erythorbate is a synthetic antioxidant used to preserve freshness but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antioxydant: SIN385
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Is Mustard Flavor safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Mustard Flavor is used here as flavor. Mustard flavor adds a distinct taste to the mayonnaise, but it may be derived from artificial sources.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme moutarde
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: 4028358
More from this brand: Lesieur products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: mustard , milk , sulfites
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