Silicones are commonly found in skincare products, and they can come in many different forms with a variety of different structures reflected in their name. If an ingredient ends with -cone, -conol, -siloxane, or -quioxane, then it is most likely a silicone. Are silicones safe? The good news is that when it comes to topical use of skincare, silicones are…
There are 4 important components that make up a good moisturiser, plus one bonus factor. 1) Hydration Hydration basically refers to water, which is of course essential for the health of our skin. It is what maintains our skin’s elasticity, and therefore hydrated skin is less likely to show signs of scarring, wrinkles and fine lines. 2) Humectant A humectant…