Hydrolyzed Soy Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, film forming, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrolyzed Soy Extract is the hydrolysate of Glycine Soja (Soy) Extract derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Soy Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Soy Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hydrolyzed Soy Extract?
Hydrolyzed Soy Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Soy Extract is the hydrolysate of Glycine Soja (Soy) Extract derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
Is Hydrolyzed Soy Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Soy Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Soy Extract do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Soy Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, film forming, skin protecting, viscosity controlling.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010