Quick answer
Key benefits: Hydration.
Sericin
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Sericin is a protein isolated from the silk produced by the silkworm, Bombyx mori
Purpose
Scientific name for silk protein.
Rating
GOOD
Category
Humectant
INCI Purpose
ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SMOOTHING
Benefits
Hydration
— Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Alternative Names
At a Glance
Article
Scientific name for silk protein.
See: Silk Protein
References
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