SERICIN

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Sericin is a protein obtained from silk. It forms a protective film on the skin, helping to maintain hydration and improve skin softness and elasticity.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for most skin types.

✨ Vegan: No, sericin is of animal origin, as it is derived from silk.

✨ Note: Sericin is generally well tolerated, but caution should be exercised if you have an allergy to silk. It is often used for its moisturizing and film-forming properties.

Found in: Sericin is frequently used in moisturizers, lotions, serums, and face masks.