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Conditioning Agent

HYDROXY/METHOXY SOYBEAN OIL

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A modified soybean oil made by reacting epoxidized soybean oil with methanol — produces a conditioning emollient with hydroxyl/methoxy groups. Functional enough but data is thin and soy-allergen labeling may apply.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Conditioning emollient
  • Improved spreadability and stability
  • Plant-derived backbone

Known concerns

  • Synthetic modification — limited cosmetic dossier
  • Potential soy-allergen carry-over
  • Methanolysis residue concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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