Zea Mays Silk Extract

Zea Mays Silk Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 57 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameZEA MAYS SILK EXTRACT
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number-
Prevalence57 products (0.06% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Serums 14%Conditioners 12.3%Eye Moisturizers 12.3%Shampoos 12.3%Wash Off Masks 8.8%Face Cleansers 5.3%

Frequently asked

What does Zea Mays Silk Extract do in skincare?
Zea Mays Silk Extract functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Zea Mays Silk Extract allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Zea Mays Silk Extract?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (14% of its uses).

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