# Silk Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/silk The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the United Kingdom. Silk fibroin and [sericin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/sericin) reduce skin irritation, lower wound size, increase [collagen](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/collagen) formation, and speed up skin wound healing. This gentle ingredient suits most skin types and comes in easy-to-use [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/serum). It fits smoothly into a daily skincare routine because it layers easily with other products. [Biomolecules, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36551280/) [Archives of Dermatological Research, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26796543/) This page shows silk products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app. ### Popular silk products - [Senka Perfect Whip](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/senka/perfect-whip/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [£8.50 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BYDLKG3Y?tag=lovi-care-web-product-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/tatcha/luminous-dewy-skin-mist/for/dark-spots) — High fit — [£52.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B018IWL406?tag=lovi-care-web-product-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Shiseido Clarifying Cleansing Foam](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/shiseido/clarifying-cleansing-foam/for/mature-skin) — Average fit — [£32.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07HYRFVX7?tag=lovi-care-web-product-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) ### Other silk products - [Senka Perfect Whip](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/senka/perfect-whip/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [£8.50 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BYDLKG3Y?tag=lovi-care-web-product-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Shiseido Clarifying Cleansing Foam](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/shiseido/clarifying-cleansing-foam/for/mature-skin) — Average fit — [£32.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07HYRFVX7?tag=lovi-care-web-product-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/tatcha/luminous-dewy-skin-mist/for/dark-spots) — High fit — [£52.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B018IWL406?tag=lovi-care-web-product-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) ## What reviewers say about popular silk products The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular silk product on Lovi. - Senka Perfect Whip Rich, dense foam ★4.6 · 5.7k+ reviews Excellent cleansing Drying and stripping “It creates a rich, creamy foam that leaves my skin feeling deeply cleansed.” [What people say about Perfect Whip](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/senka/perfect-whip/for/oily-skin) - Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist Intense hydration ★4.4 · 6.4k+ reviews Ultra-fine mist Expensive for size “Soothes dry patches” [What people say about Luminous Dewy Skin Mist](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/tatcha/luminous-dewy-skin-mist/for/dark-spots) - Shiseido Clarifying Cleansing Foam Deep cleansing ★4.7 · 3.0k+ reviews Rich lather High efficiency “face feels squeaky clean” [What people say about Clarifying Cleansing Foam](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/shiseido/clarifying-cleansing-foam/for/mature-skin) ## Questions and answers ### What does silk do for the skin? Silk helps accelerate skin wound healing and has anti-inflammatory and pro-angiogenic properties. It also promotes higher [collagen](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/collagen) formation and is unlikely to cause skin irritation. [Biomolecules, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36551280/) [Archives of Dermatological Research, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26796543/) ### How do you use silk? Silk helps accelerate skin wound healing through wound dressings applied as needed. [Biomolecules, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36551280/) [Archives of Dermatological Research, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26796543/) ### Should you use silk in the morning or at night? You can use silk in your skincare routine both morning and night. Silk helps support skin healing and reduces inflammation safely at any time of day. [Biomolecules, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36551280/) [Archives of Dermatological Research, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26796543/) ### Can you use silk every day? Yes, [silk protein](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/silk-protein) helps accelerate skin wound healing and may be used daily in appropriate dressings. It exhibits anti-inflammatory and tissue-regenerative properties that are well-tolerated by the skin. [Biomolecules, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36551280/) [Archives of Dermatological Research, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26796543/) ### Does silk cause purging or irritation? Silk is unlikely to cause skin irritation or purging. Studies show that silk materials are generally well-tolerated and exhibit anti-inflammatory properties. [Archives of Dermatological Research, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26796543/) [Biomolecules, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36551280/) ### Which skin types is silk best for? Silk is best for skin types in need of hydration and soothing care, as found in popular products like Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist, Senka Perfect Whip, and Shiseido Clarifying Cleansing Foam. Silk helps support skin healing and moisture retention. [Biomolecules, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36551280/) [Archives of Dermatological Research, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26796543/) ## Research on silk - [Silk Fibroin Biomaterials and Their Beneficial Role in Skin Wound Healing](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36551280/) Silk · Biomolecules, 2022 - [The safety and efficacy of bacterial nanocellulose wound dressing incorporating sericin and polyhexamethylene biguanide: in vitro, in vivo and clinical studies](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26796543/) Silk · Archives of Dermatological Research, 2016 ## Brands with silk - Japanese skincare: [Shiseido](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/shiseido) - American skincare: [Tatcha](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/tatcha) - Japanese skincare: [Senka](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/senka) ## About the Lovi Fit Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes. Lovi checks every ingredient with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning. Behind this ingredient guide: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board). Page built Nov 8, 2026. More from Lovi: https://lovi.care/skincare/llms.txt ## This page in other countries - United States: https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/silk - United Kingdom: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/silk (this page) - Ireland: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/silk - Germany: https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/silk - France: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/silk - Italy: https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/silk - Netherlands: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/silk - Spain: https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/silk - Canada: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/silk - Australia: https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/silk - Singapore: https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/silk - Saudi Arabia: https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/silk - United Arab Emirates: https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/silk