Silicones in skincare and makeup, what is the good and bad? Dr. Bethany Meyer lets us know critical health updates.
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Silicones are frequently found in skincare and makeup products due to their ability to aid in protecting and moisturizing the skin as well as improving overall feel, texture, and slip of the product. They are used to smooth wrinkles, blur imperfections, and even allow for other useful ingredients to penetrate deeper into the skin layers. Dermatologists prefer to use silicones because they have been found to have very few side effects, are non-comedogenic, and a non-irritant. Unfortunately, there are several misconceptions out there regarding the use of silicones.
Silicones in skincare and makeup, what is the good and bad? Dr. Bethany Meyer lets us know critical health updates.
Silicones in skincare and makeup, what is the…
Silicones in skincare and makeup, what is the good and bad? Dr. Bethany Meyer lets us know critical health updates.
Silicones are frequently found in skincare and makeup products due to their ability to aid in protecting and moisturizing the skin as well as improving overall feel, texture, and slip of the product. They are used to smooth wrinkles, blur imperfections, and even allow for other useful ingredients to penetrate deeper into the skin layers. Dermatologists prefer to use silicones because they have been found to have very few side effects, are non-comedogenic, and a non-irritant. Unfortunately, there are several misconceptions out there regarding the use of silicones.