Posts Tagged ‘moisturizer’
Winter Skin—How to Combat Dryness and Restore a Smooth, Supple Look
Wednesday, February 13th, 2013Cold temperatures, chilling winds, and dry, cold air can all wreak havoc on skin. Dry air saps skin of moisture, leaving it parched, cracked, and itching, while central heating systems and low humidity worsen symptoms, and can even lead to winter eczema. If you’re suffering from chaffing, chapping, and the general appearance of weather-beaten skin, [...]
Ingredient Showcase: Helichrysum, the Regenerating, Scar-Fading Natural Oil
Monday, November 19th, 2012Have you heard of the helichrysum plant? It’s part of the sunflower family—you can see the resemblance—and includes about 600 species of flowers. Some are annual, some are perennial, but they’re all colorful and perfect for brightening up a bouquet. Helichrysum is also used to make an essential oil that’s known by other names, including [...]
Ingredient Watch List: Dimethicone, the Smoothing Silicone That Exacerbates Acne
Wednesday, November 14th, 2012You can hardly pick up a skin care, makeup, or hair care product these days without reading “dimethicone” on the ingredient list. Why are so many products suddenly using it, and should you be concerned? What is Dimethicone? Dimethicone (also known as polydimethylsiloxane or PDMS) is technically called a silicone-based polymer. More simply, it’s a [...]
