Silk Powder
A cosmetic ingredient used as bulking, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Serica Powder (EU)
What does it do?
Silk Powder is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Silk Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Silk Powder?
Silk Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Serica Powder (EU)
Is Silk Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Silk Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Silk Powder do in cosmetic products?
Silk Powder is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bulking, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Silk Powder?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Silk Powder is 9009-99-8.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 30/11/2015