murphyDimethyl Soyamine
AKA: N-Dimethyl Soyalkylamine
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
OriginDerived from soybean-derived amines, this compound belongs to the quaternary ammonium family of chemicals. Synthesized through amination and methylation of soy-based fatty compounds.
Amines, dimethylsoya alkyl
CAS #
61788-91-8
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antistatic
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Reduces Static
Conditions Hair
Emulsifier
Reduces Inflammation
Brightens Skin
Locks In Moisture
Reduces flyaways
Softens and detangles hair
Mixes oil and water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR