Lauroyl Silk Amino Acids

AKA “Lauroyl hydrolyzed silk, Lauroyl silk peptide”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Lauroyl silk amino acids

AKA: Lauroyl hydrolyzed silk, Lauroyl silk peptide

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Cleanser

Skin Conditioner

Hair Care

Amino Acid

Synthetic

Clean

Lauroyl Silk Amino Acids is the product obtained by the condensation of lauric acid chloride and silk amino acids Science: Functions: Cleansing, Hair Conditioning, Surfactant - Cleansing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

CAS #

169590-94-7

Form

Powder

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Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Hair Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Surfactant Cleansing

Moisturizing

Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day

Strengthens Barrier

Removes dirt and impurities

Lifts away dirt and oil

Softens and detangles hair

Traditional Use

Modern cosmetic ingredient combining lauric acid with silk-derived amino acids to provide conditioning, smoothing, and protective benefits in haircare and skincare products.