Hydrolyzed Sericin

Hydrolyzed Sericin is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair conditioning, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 10 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHYDROLYZED SERICIN
FunctionHAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number73049-73-7
Prevalence10 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Serums 30%Face Cleansers 10%General Moisturizers 10%Hair Masks 10%Hair Serums 10%Setting Spray & Powders 10%

Frequently asked

What does Hydrolyzed Sericin do in skincare?
Hydrolyzed Sericin functions as a hair conditioning, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hydrolyzed Sericin allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Hydrolyzed Sericin?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (30% of its uses).

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