Dimethicone

Dimethicone contributes to the ‘slip’ or ‘glide’ felt upon the application of a product, helping to make it spread easily. Dimethicone coats the skin, helping to moisturize by reducing water loss. Dimethicone provides skin with softness and coverage—without feeling heavy.

Gentle and non-comedogenic (when applied to clean skin), Dimethicone is an effective moisturising ingredient for all skin types . As a skin protectant at certain levels, Dimethicone is especially useful for those whose skin needs an additional barrier that helps prevent moisture from escaping. Dry and rough skin may benefit from skincare products that contain dimethicone.

Dimethicone can be found in ointments, creams , lotions , serums , sunscreens and lip balms. To reap its moisturising and skin-protectant benefits, use these products as directed.

Dimethicone forms a barrier on the skin that helps minimizes water loss. Dimethicone also helps improve the skin’s smoothness and flexibility by filling gaps between the cells in the uppermost layer of the skin.

Dimethicone is a gentle, effective moisturising ingredient for both the face and body. Its helps provide long-lasting skin-smoothing benefits, ideal for areas prone to rough, dry skin such as knees, elbows, hands and feet can skin conditions.