Emily Burg
01-21-25
The Truth About Silicones
Episode 58
"Just because something is 'natural' doesn’t make it better, and just because something is synthetic doesn’t make it bad."
Silicones—are they skincare heroes or villains? Depending on who you ask, these ingredients are either a blessing for smooth, glowing skin or the root of all your beauty woes. From accusations of clogging pores to claims they disrupt hormones, silicones have become one of the most controversial topics in skincare and makeup. But how much of this is fact, and how much is fearmongering?
In today’s episode, I’m diving into the world of silicones to bust the biggest myths, explain why they’re in so many of your favorite products, and help you decide if they deserve a spot in your skincare routine.
Episode Highlights
- A breakdown of the science behind silicones and debunking common myths
- Exploring how silicones can improve the look and feel of skin and hair
- Addressing concerns about the environmental impact of silicones
- Weighing the pros and cons of using products with silicones
Links Mentioned
- Build Your Perfect Skincare Routine
- Draelos ZD et al., The effect of vehicle formulation on acne medication tolerability, Cutis 2008, 82, 281-284.
- Mojsiewicz-Pieńkowska K et al., Direct human contact with siloxanes (silicones) – safety or risk part 1. Characteristics of siloxanes (silicones) (open access), Front Pharmacol 2016, 7, 132. DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2016.00132
- SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety), Opinion on cyclomethicone D4/D5, 22 June 2010
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