In our reference data, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil can feed Malassezia (fungal acne).
Hydrogenated Soybean Oil is a hydrogenated triglyceride derived from soybean oil, used in cosmetics as an emollient, thickening agent, and skin-conditioning ingredient. It improves texture, provides occlusive moisturization, and enhances product stability.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Contact dermatitis / skin irritation | Rare | Occasional irritation reported, generally in sensitized individuals. |
Allergic contact dermatitis | Very rare | Hypersensitivity reactions are uncommon; soy-derived allergens are largely removed during processing. |
Comedogenicity (pore-clogging) | Uncommon | May contribute to breakouts in acne-prone skin due to occlusive nature. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.
Peer-reviewed papers on this ingredient, via PubMed.