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Glycine Max (Soybean) Polypeptide

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Peptide

Glycine Max (Soybean) Polypeptide at a glance

  • Isolated from wild soybeans
  • Skin conditioning ingredient
  • Ruled safe as used in cosmetics

Glycine Max (Soybean) Polypeptide description

_Glycine max_ (soybean) polypeptide is the INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic) name for a polypeptide fraction isolated from the protein of the wild soybean. In cosmetics it functions as a skin conditioning ingredient. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review has ruled _Glycine max_ (soybean) polypeptide safe in its current use in skin care products; however, official use levels have not been reported.

Related ingredients: Peptides Soy Extract Soy Isoflavones Soy Oil Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Glycine Max (Soybean) Oil Glycine Soja Sterols Glycine Soja Oil Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract

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Glycine Max (Soybean) Polypeptide references

  • International Journal of Toxicology, August 2023, pages 102S-113S

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

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