Soy Acid
AKA “Soybean Fatty Acid”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Soy acid
AKA: Soybean Fatty Acid
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Derived from soybeans, this nourishing ingredient softens and conditions skin while helping other ingredients blend smoothly into the formula.
CAS #
68308-53-2
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Refatting
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern cosmetic ingredient derived from soybean oil through hydrolysis or saponification. Used in skincare formulations as an emollient and to improve skin barrier function.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR