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Skin Conditioning

SILK POWDER

CAS 9009-99-8 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Finely milled silk fibroin powder. Used as an absorbent and soft-focus optical agent in makeup. Generally inert on skin; rare allergy in silk-sensitive individuals.

Function

BULKINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Soft-focus optical finish on skin
  • Light absorbent and slip agent
  • Source of skin-conditioning amino acids

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived (silkworm cocoons)
  • Rare protein-allergy reports
  • Inhalation risk if airborne (loose powder)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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