PEG-10 Soyamine
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 10 Soyamine, PEG-10 Soy Amine
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Soy
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Amines, soya alkyl, ethoxylated (10 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
61791-24-0
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic compound created by polyethylene glycol modification of soy-derived amines in modern cosmetic chemistry. Developed as a gentle alternative to harsher ammonium-based surfactants and conditioning agents.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR