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.

Podcast Highlights

• Silicones Explained: A breakdown of the science behind silicones and debunking common myths.

• Benefits for Skin and Hair: Exploring how silicones can improve the look and feel of skin and hair.

• Environmental Impact: Addressing concerns about the environmental impact of silicones.

• The Verdict: Weighing the pros and cons of using products with silicones.

Links Mentioned

• Build Your Perfect Skincare Routine: https://emmediane.com/pages/consultation?cnsltsrc=plpodcast

• 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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