Soybean Oil 1 L

A versatile oil whose demand stretches far beyond skincare shelves

Soybean oil ranks among the most widely produced vegetable oils globally, and most of that demand actually comes from outside the beauty industry. The largest share of this raw material goes into food production — frying, margarine manufacturing, mayonnaise, sauces and baked goods. A substantial portion is consumed by the paint and coatings industry, where it forms the basis of linseed-type drying oils and alkyd resins, as well as by biodiesel and lubricant production. That said, it has also proven itself as a solid cosmetic ingredient, which is why in our store it belongs to the Liquid Basic Oils section, gathering foundational plant oils for both professional and home formulations.

In skincare formulations soybean oil is valued for its light texture and high content of unsaturated fatty acids — linoleic and oleic — along with natural tocopherols, commonly regarded as an antioxidant component of a recipe. It works well in creams, lotions, body balms, massage blends and hair care products without leaving a heavy film on the skin. Thanks to its gentle behavior, it is frequently used in mild and baby-friendly formulas and serves as a carrier for diluting essential oils and active extracts. In pharmaceutical manufacturing, similar plant oils often act as a base for ointments and liniments, while household chemistry uses them as softening agents in various compositions. Soap making also employs soybean oil as one option for a fatty base, though this remains just one of many application areas rather than the main one.

The 1 liter packaging suits small-batch and studio-scale production well: boutique cosmetic workshops, formulation labs and makers producing custom orders get a workable volume for consistent output without committing to industrial drums. It is a practical choice for testing new formulas before scaling up and for regularly producing modest batches of creams, oils and balms.

Soybean oil blends smoothly with other light to medium-weight oils. For dry or fatigued skin formulas, it is often paired with Refined Poppy Seed Oil, which lends a lighter feel and faster absorption. For soothing formulas designed for sensitive skin, a combination with Chamomile Oil works particularly well, while hair care and anti-aging compositions frequently include Rice Germ Oil, known for its squalene and vitamin E content.

In formulations, soybean oil is typically introduced into the oil phase of an emulsion during heating, at temperatures up to around 70-75 degrees Celsius, alongside other oils and waxes, before the water phase is combined in. Usage levels in creams and lotions generally range from 5 to 20 percent of total mass, while in massage oils and body balms it may serve as the primary base at 50 to 100 percent. Store it in a tightly sealed container, in a cool dark place away from direct sunlight and heat sources, to keep the fatty acid profile stable throughout its shelf life.

Nourishing body oil with chamomile and poppy seed

Soybean oil 60 ml

Chamomile oil 15 ml

Refined poppy seed oil 20 ml

Vitamin E 5 ml

Combine all ingredients in a clean glass container at room temperature, stirring gently until fully blended. Transfer the finished mixture into a dark dispenser bottle and apply to the body after showering with light massaging motions until fully absorbed.