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INCI name

GENISTEIN

Genistein

Skin conditioning – miscellaneousreviewed

A soy isoflavone, regulated in Annex III.

What it is

Genistein is an isoflavone, 5,7-dihydroxy-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4H-chromen-4-one, known as a constituent of soybeans. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent. In the EU it is covered by an entry in Annex III (substances subject to restrictions).

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums and other skin care products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

See the EU regulation section for the applicable limits. The INCI name does not reveal whether it was isolated from plants or obtained in another way.

Functions

Skin conditioning – miscellaneous
Enhancing the appearance of dry and/or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness.

EU regulation

EU · Annex III, entry 373Genisteol; 4',5,7-Trihydroxyisoflavone; 5,7-dihydroxy-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4-benzopyrone
Maximum concentration
0,007 %
As of
3 November 2026 · (EU) 2024/996

Scientific opinions (SCCS)

Opinions of the EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety that mention this ingredient. They assess specific uses and concentrations; read the opinion for its scope.

Products with this ingredient (13)

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