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Hydrator / Humectant

Hydrolyzed Soy Protein

Often labeled as: Soy Peptide

The botanical alternative to animal collagen.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

Soy protein broken down by enzymes. It is incredibly rich in amino acids that deeply condition the skin, stimulate fibroblast activity, and promote collagen synthesis.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Reduces flakiness, restores suppleness, and minimizes signs of aging.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A massive staple in vegan anti-aging formulations.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It acts as estrogen on the skin.

The Science

Topical hydrolyzed soy proteins act strictly as humectants and cellular messengers, without systemic hormonal effects.