Hydrolyzed Silk

Hydrolyzed silk is a water-soluble fraction of silk fibroin broken into small peptide units through hydrolysis. In formulas it conditions skin and hair, adds a soft, silky feel, and deposits a breathable film that boosts glide and finish.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Silk protein fragments that give skin a soft, silky finish.
Category
Skin Conditioning, Hydration, Tone/Texture
Type
Film Former

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Gives a silky, cushioned feel and helps reduce the sensation of roughness for a more polished look. Can improve surface radiance and softness.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in creams, primers, and hair conditioners to add glide and a velvety finish.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Typically low irritation at cosmetic levels. Sensitization is uncommon but possible; avoid if you have known reactions to silk proteins.

Is Hydrolyzed Silk a Good Ingredient?

It creates a silky, cushioned finish and light hydration through a breathable film. The benefits are largely sensory, and solid clinical data is limited, which is why it earns a Good rating rather than a higher one.

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