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Silk Proteins

INCI name: Hydrolyzed Silk, Sericin, Glyoxyloyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein.

Function: Antistatic, hair conditioner, humectant, skin care agent, smoothing agent.

Origin: Animal.

Concentration allowed by European regulations : Not regulated.

Where to find it / them? : Hair masks, hair conditioners, self-tanners, shampoos, hair coloring creams, face creams, nail polish, hair styling creams, hair conditioners, lotions, face serums, face masks, lipsticks, face cleansers, eye creams, mascaras, shower gels.

Risks to health: /

Risks to the environment : Non-vegan (obtained from silk threads from the cocoon of the Bombyx mori silkworm).

More information : Organic compatible (COSMOS standard).