Glycine max (Soybean) seedcoat extract
AKA “Soybean Extract
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Glycine max (Soybean) seedcoat extract
AKA: Soybean Extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant | Soothing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Amino Acid
Extract
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Solvent Extraction ⚠ Allergen Alert (Soy): Derived from a common allergen source. May cause reactions in sensitive individuals. Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Bean
Climate
Subtropical
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to East Asia. Derived from soybean seedcoat, a legume native to East Asia in the Fabaceae family. Extracted using solvent extraction methods to isolate bioactive compounds from the bean coating.
Plant Source
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Bean
Function
Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant | Soothing
Benefits
Conditions Hair
Conditions Skin
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Softens and detangles hair
Traditional Use
The outer coating of soybean seeds contains concentrated bioactive compounds including antioxidants; historically used in traditional Asian skincare and now extracted for modern cosmetic applications.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Antioxidant
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Soy
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Soy
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR