Glycine max (Soybean) seed extract

AKA: Soybean Seed Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Hair Care
Amino Acid
Extract
Not Clean
OriginNative to East Asia. Derived from soybean seeds, a legume plant native to East Asia and member of the Fabaceae family. Extracted from seeds using solvent extraction methods to obtain the concentrated plant compounds.
Glycine Max (Soybean) Seed Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin protecting. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Seed
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
-
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Soy
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.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.0066–1%
Rinse-off0.0066%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2025
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR