Silk — a natural protein fibre — has recently emerged as a highly promising candidate owing to its excellent mechanical and optical properties, biocompatibility, biodegradability and implant ...

One reviewer said the natural feel of Luminous Silk is "unmatched," calling it "one of the best foundations I have ever used ...

As part of the MEXT Data Creation and Utilization-type MaTerial R&D project, a recently unveiled a device made up of microchannels that replicates natural silk extraction by mimicking the ...

The undegummed silk fibre. Photo: Freyla Ferguson/IFM Silkworm silk is a protein-based fibre with mechanical properties rivalling synthetic fibres and spun using a fraction of the energy. Yet despite ...

Crushed silk, rooted in ancient traditions, has become a favorite among contemporary designers for its unique texture and ...

Mikey Madison won her 2025 Oscar award while wearing Armani’s dark circle-brightening Luminous Silk Concealer. Get it for $42 at Nordstrom.

Find out how web-spinning spiders do what they do and learn about the impressive, multipurpose material they use to catch their dinner. Spiders make their webs from silk, a natural fibre made of ...