Researched by Helena DeMaria-Williams
Formula IngredientEmollientINCI: Glycine Soja Oil
Glycine Soja Oil is the fixed oil extracted from soybeans (Glycine soja). It is composed primarily of triglycerides, with a fatty acid profile rich in linoleic acid (48–59%), oleic acid (17–30%), and alpha-linolenic acid (4.5–11%), which give it barrier-repairing and nourishing properties. It functions as a cost-effective, plant-derived base oil that conditions the skin and supports the lipid barrier.
Category
Emollient
Irritation Risk
Low
Skin Types
dry, normal, combination, mature skin
emollient, skin barrier repair, moisturisation, skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory support
Irritancy rating of 0 on the INCIDecoder scale — considered non-irritating. No EU CosIng Annex II or III restrictions apply. Well tolerated by most skin types. Those with soy allergies should exercise caution as topical exposure may trigger reactions in highly sensitive individuals.
Glycine Soja Oil does not increase photosensitivity. No sun protection precautions are required based on the presence of this ingredient in a formulation.
Topical application of soybean oil is generally considered safe during pregnancy. There are no known reproductive or developmental concerns associated with cosmetic use. No restrictions are noted in EWG or CIR safety data for topical application.
Glycine Soja Oil is the fixed oil extracted from soybeans (Glycine soja). It is composed primarily of triglycerides, with a fatty acid profile rich in linoleic acid (48–59%), oleic acid (17–30%), and alpha-linolenic acid (4.5–11%), which give it barrier-repairing and nourishing properties. It functions as a cost-effective, plant-derived base oil that conditions the skin and supports the lipid barrier.
Individuals with acne-prone skin (use with caution), oily skin, soy allergy should review the considerations above before use.