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Common Name(s): Soymilk,soymilk,soy protein isoflavone source,skin brightening active
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides soy isoflavone phytoestrogenic anti-aging, soy protease inhibitor par-2 mediated melanogenesis reduction, and soy protein barrier conditioning.
Why It's Used: Soymilk is selected for its multi-active soy profile โ isoflavone phytoestrogen anti-aging, bowman-birk protease inhibitor par-2 brightening, and soy protein barrier conditioning in a single bioavailable matrix.
How It Works: Soymilk: genistein/daidzein โ er-beta anti-aging; bowman-birk inhibitor โ par-2 inhibition โ reduced melanosome transfer โ brightening; soy protein โ humectant film conditioning.
Typically Found In: Brightening,anti-aging,barrier care
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ20%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Soymilk standardisation to isoflavone content ensures consistent anti-aging efficacy across batches from different soybean cultivars.
Last Verified: 2026-03-22
Primary Sources: Cosing database,soymilk soy isoflavone skin active review