Evidence supporting the use of: Silk protein
For the health condition: Dermatitis
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Silk protein, particularly sericin, has been explored for dermatological applications, including the management of dermatitis. Scientific studies suggest that silk protein has beneficial properties such as moisture retention, anti-inflammatory effects, and enhancement of skin barrier function. A handful of small-scale clinical trials and in vitro studies have shown that silk fabrics or silk-derived creams can reduce symptoms of atopic dermatitis, such as pruritus (itching), redness, and dryness, when compared to conventional cotton fabrics or placebo creams. The proposed mechanisms include sericin's ability to form a protective layer on the skin, reduce transepidermal water loss, and modulate inflammatory cytokine levels. However, the overall quality of available evidence is modest, with limitations such as small sample sizes, short follow-up periods, and variability in silk protein formulations used across studies. Despite these limitations, the existing evidence does provide some scientific support for the adjunctive use of silk protein in managing dermatitis, though further large-scale, high-quality clinical trials are needed to fully establish efficacy and optimal usage guidelines.
Other ingredients used for Dermatitis
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beeswax
beta caryophyllene
bisabolol
black currant
black walnut
burdock
cannabis sativa oil
chamomile
coating
turmeric
forsythia
garlic bulb
ginger
gotu kola
green tea
hemp oil
hyaluronic acid
lactoperoxidase
lauric acid
niacinamide (vitamin B3)
oregon grape
phenolic acids
plantain
pomegranate
purified silver
quercetin
resveratrol
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
rosemary
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
sphaeranthus indicus
vitamin A
vitamin D
vitamin E
zinc
chickweed
xanthium (cockleburs)
mugwort
neem tree
commiphora
siler root
oriental arborvitae
birch
polyphenols
fulvic acid
eucalyptus
menthol oil
melaleuca alternifolia
geranium
Avens
Alpha-terpineol
Azelaic acid
Ardisia
Anamu
Allantoin
Asteracea
Argan nut oil
Bee Propolis
Babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Bishop's Weed
Boswellic Acid
Butea monosperma
Barleria
Bisabolene
Bee products
Bombax
Bassia scoparia
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Centella triterpenes
Caryophyllene
Calendula
Chlorophyllin
coconut oil
Colloid
Carvacrol
Curcuminoid
Chinese Raisintree
Curcumen
Centella asiatica
Centipeda
Curcuma
Cannabidiol
Carthamus
Copaiba Oil
Cannabigerol
Chrysophanics
Dianthus
Epidermal Growth Factor
Eclipta
Emu Oil
Euphorbia
Ethyl Linoleate
Flavonoids
fibroblast growth factor
Mallow
Silk protein
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Other health conditions supported by Silk protein
Burns and ScaldsCuts
Dermatitis
Eczema
Inflammation
Injuries
Scars / Scar Tissue
Skin (dry and/or flaky)
Skin (infections)
Skin Care (general)
Wounds and Sores