MEA-Hydrolyzed Silk
AKA “Monoethanolamine Hydrolyzed Silk
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Mea-hydrolyzed silk
AKA: Monoethanolamine Hydrolyzed Silk
Synthetic · Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 3
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
Protein hydrolyzates, silk, product with 2-aminoethanol Science: Process: Hydrolysis | Functions: Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Insufficient data EU Restriction: III/61
CAS #
92-44-4
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Animal-Derived (silkworm)
Function
Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic hair and skin conditioning agent. Created to replicate the smoothing and protective properties of natural silk protein in a water-soluble form suitable for cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Loss of Elasticity
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score3
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe, Potential Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR