murphySoyamide DEA
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Soy Diethanolamide, Soybean Amide DEA
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from soybean oil, a plant-based fatty acid source modified synthetically for cosmetic use. Produced through condensation reaction of soy fatty acids with diethanolamine.
Amides, soya, N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl)
CAS #
68425-47-8
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Soy
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
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.
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Stabilizes Emulsion
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Boosts Lather
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️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