Silkworm Lipids
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silkworm Lipids are the lipids obtained from the silkworm, Bombyx mori.
What does it do?
Silkworm Lipids is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Silkworm Lipids 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 Silkworm Lipids?
Silkworm Lipids is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silkworm Lipids are the lipids obtained from the silkworm, Bombyx mori.
Is Silkworm Lipids allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Silkworm Lipids is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Silkworm Lipids do in cosmetic products?
Silkworm Lipids is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
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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