Hydrolyzed Silk
Our database includes 469 products that contain Hydrolyzed Silk.
Explained
You can find hydrolyzed silk in both haircare and skincare products. According to a manufacturer, it can help improve skin and hair hydration.
This ingredient is created by adding acid or enzymes to 'hydrolyze' silk protein.
Due to the origins of this ingredient, it is not vegan. Silk is an animal product from silkworms.
Depending on the source, this ingredient can be considered cruelty-free. It is created from left-over cocoons of silkworms. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about where their hydrolyzed silk comes from.
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What it does
Humectant
A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.7%
Top categories
Haircare
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
Products with Hydrolyzed Silk
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
34459
INCI Name
HYDROLYZED SILK
EC #
 306-235-8
All Functions
Antistatic, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Skin Conditioning