Vari® Silk P

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Hydrolyzed Silk

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Conditioner,

Film Former,

Moisturizing Agent,

Protective Agent

CAS No.

96690-41-4

EC No.

306-235-8

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives

Hair Actives

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Conditioners & Emollients,

Film Formers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Film Forming,

Hair Conditioning,

Hair Protection,

Moisturizing

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora,

Non-Carcinogenic,

Preservative-free,

Reprotoxic substance-free,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Cosmetic Properties

Thanks to its natural film forming, conditioning and moisturizing properties, it is recommended for use in a wide range of hair care and skin care products.

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Bath & Shower,

Color Cosmetics,

Hair Care,

Skin Care

Application Format

Balm,

Creams,

Gel,

Leave On,

Lotions,

Rinse Off,

Serum

Bath & Shower Applications

Shower Gels

Color Cosmetic Applications

BB Creams,

Primers

Hair Care Applications

Shampoos & Rinses

Use Level

0.1 - 1%

Applications

• Skin care serums and emulsions, primers and BB creams, moisturizing body lotions, nourishing hair care balms and shampoos, shower gels.
• Skin Care
• Hair Care
• Make Up
• Toiletries

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Solid

Odor

Characteristic

Appearance

hygroscopic powder

Soluble in

water

Insoluble in

oils, fats

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Ash Content	max. 4.5	%	—
Preservatives	absent	—	—
Protein Content (N x 6,25)	87.5	—	—
Solubility in Lead (pb)	max.10	mg/Kg	—

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total aerobic bacteria	max. 30	cfu/g	ECQ0189
Yeast and Mould Count	max. 30	cfu/g	ECQ0190

Composition

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Hydrolyzed Silk	100	%	—

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Moisture Content	max. 5	%	NCQ0694
pH (sol 5%)	4.5 - 7	—	NCQ0794
Total Nitrogen	min.14	%	ECQ0304 (kjeldahl)

Heavy Metals

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Arsenic Content	max.2	mg/Kg	—

Origin-Properties

Silk Protein (fibroin) obtained from silk wastes of the textile industries, possessing remarkable film forming and conditioning properties.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

IECIC (China),

REACH (Europe)

Chemical Inventories

EINECS (EU)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

2 years

Storage Information

Shelf Life: 2 years.
Store in airtight containers away from light and heat sources.
After opening, it’s recommended to use all the content of the package, or hermetically close and consume the product as soon as possible.