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Is Silk Extract vegetarian?

Silk Extract

Silk Extract is an extract derived from silk fiber, a natural protein fiber composed mainly of fibroin and sericin, most commonly produced from the cocoons of the mulberry silkworm Bombyx mori.

Also known as Serica Extract (EU)
INCI name Silk Extract
CosIng ID 92823
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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