What it is
Glycine Soja Lipids are the fatty, lipid-rich fraction obtained from soybeans (Glycine soja), which can include phospholipids and other oil-soluble components. They are used to condition and soften skin and to support a skin-compatible lipid feel in a formula. They appear in moisturizers and sun care as a plant-derived emollient component.
Safety & warnings
As a soy-derived ingredient, it is generally well tolerated topically, though individuals with a known soy allergy may wish to exercise caution.
Origin & sourcing
They are derived from soybeans, isolated as the lipid portion of the seed.
Questions everyone asks
What are Glycine Soja Lipids?
They are the lipid fraction extracted from soybeans, used as a plant-derived emollient and conditioning agent.
Should people with soy allergies be cautious?
Those with a known soy allergy may prefer to patch test or avoid soy-derived ingredients as a precaution.