Ingredient dictionary

Glycine Soja Oil

Also listed as: Soybean Oil

A plant oil taken from soybean seeds. Its main job is as an emollient, a conditioning ingredient that softens and smooths skin and hair. It is on the label of 22 products in our library. Checked against our library November 6, 2026.

The catch: none for most people; check the full product list if your skin reacts easily.

What Glycine Soja Oil does

Softens and smooths skin and hair
Helps lotions glide and spread
Helps cleansers lift oily residue

Soybean oil comes from the seeds of the soybean plant. The seeds are crushed, the oil is extracted, and then it is refined to remove color, odor and impurities. Cosmetic grades are light in color and mild in scent. It is one of the most common plant oils in the world, used in food and personal care alike.

In formulas, it works as an emollient. It is rich in fatty acids such as linoleic and oleic acid, and it contains some natural vitamin E. Formulators use it in moisturizers, cleansers and hair color products to add slip and a soft finish. It feels smooth and fairly rich, leaving a cushioned feel on skin.

Good for

Good for people with dry or rough skin who like a rich, familiar plant oil in their creams, cleansers and hair products.

Be careful if

Nothing in particular for most skin types.

Frequently asked questions

Is Glycine Soja Oil the same as soybean oil?

Yes. INCI stands for International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients, the standard name system on labels. Glycine Soja Oil is how soybean oil is listed on an ingredient list.

Is soybean oil safe for sensitive skin?

Refined soybean oil is generally well tolerated. If your skin is sensitive, try a small test patch on one area before using a new product all over.