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Skin Conditioning

SILK

Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Silk fibroin protein from silkworm cocoons used as a smoothing and conditioning ingredient. Generally benign topically; rare silk-protein allergies do exist.

Function

BULKING

Skin benefits

  • Smooth, flexible textile fiber
  • Used as cosmetic fillers and skin-conditioning protein
  • Long history of skin contact

Known concerns

  • Possible silk-protein allergy in sensitive users
  • Animal-derived (sericulture) ethical issue
  • Variable purity between sources

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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