Glycine Soja (Soybean) Lipids is a cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
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Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Hair
Conditions Skin
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Softens and detangles hair
Traditional Use
Soybeans have been cultivated in East Asia for over 5,000 years; soy was traditionally used in Chinese medicine and cuisine. Soy lipids and their skin-conditioning properties became recognized in modern skincare in the late 20th century as researchers studied the plant's nutritional and moisturizing compounds.