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A unique plant, a champion in protein content, a storehouse of vitamins, microelements and other useful and active substances – all this is about soy, which is used in cosmetics to solve a variety of problems: from strengthening hair to correcting wrinkles. And the main value is soy protein.
What is soy protein for?
Soy protein is a protein, it consists of certain amino acids. Protein is the main building material of most body structures, including the skin. The amino acids of soy and our skin are similar in composition. The presence of this plant in the diet prolongs youth, in Asia it is one of the secrets of beauty and longevity.
Soy is grown even at home. Of course, for ingestion.
Application in cosmetics
In cosmetics, hydrolyzed soy proteins are used, which are extracted from defatted soy flour. This means that the protein molecules have been partially broken down, allowing them to more easily penetrate the superficial layers of the skin (or hair).
Soy proteins are obtained from defatted soy flour.
The activity of soy proteins is compared with placenta extract. But there are no related ethical questions. So, what are the benefits and advantages of soy proteins, what can they do?
Repair tissues and stimulate cell regeneration. Therefore, soy proteins are a worthy ingredient for anti-aging creams.
Retain moisture. This property is relevant for both anti-aging products and moisturizers, especially for dry and sensitive skin.
Since the amino acids of soy and human skin are similar in composition, products with soy proteins act very gently and are appropriate for use on the most delicate and vulnerable areas of the face, for example, around the eyes.
Overview of cosmetics with soy proteins in the composition
Among the ingredients of all these products are soy proteins.
Complex care-sculptor “Age expert 55+”, L’Oréal Paris
Due to synergy with other components: LHA, protensil complex, niacinamide – soy proteins create a lifting effect. The skin becomes more toned, elastic, smooth.
Transforming cream-oil “Luxury nutrition. Extraordinary Oil, L’Oréal Paris
The care with an unusual cream-oil texture contains a wonderful herbal ensemble, which includes argan, shea, rosehip oils, lavender and rosemary essential oils, jasmine extract and soy protein. Together, a balanced nutritional care is obtained.
Light cream for normal to oily skin with signs of aging Face Cream, SkinCeuticals
Softens the epidermis and gives the skin elasticity, keeping it hydrated, contains vitamin E, soybean protein, camellia extract, oil complex.
Absolue Precious Cells Night Revitalizing Mask, Lancôme
Restores the protective barrier of the skin, helps to make it more elastic, smooth, intensely moisturizes. Makes signs of fatigue less noticeable. The composition of the mask, in addition to soy protein, includes other valuable ingredients: proxylan, shea butter and corn germ oil, Damascus rose oil, etc.