BEAUTY IS A LIFESTYLE THING

Did you know that our human skin is widely considered the largest organ of the human body? Our skin functions as a multi-layered protective barrier against things like pathogens,heat,and injury. Our skin also helps us regulate our body temperature. That's some real fantastic stuff. As my "aging in place journey" continues, I'm still a true influencer and I still test and review many many skin care products through agencies and companies that seek out my real and true reviews for my (our) age group on Instagram and Facebook. There truly are a great many products that realize the a large population of aged people are looking for answers to keeping their skin hydrated, supple and free from "crepey-skin". Our beauty really is skin deep. Unfortunately when I was a child and teen we spent hours in the sun, we were swimming, boating, skiing and of course we were trying so hard for the ultimate bronze tan, all of that with no SPF whatsoever! Who knew that this mist...

What is dimethicone? Why does it get such a bad rap?  It is primarily because it is a commonly used product and an additive, and secondarily it is a man-made silicone polymer and it’s always listed alongside things like phthalates and triclosan. It is a chemical. Dimethicone is in a lot of cosmetics and in products given to you by a certified dermatologist and even in items for babies. Chemistry Photo credit: Pinterest Dimethicone is normally only used topically and found in the cream type form. Dimethicone works because it forms a barrier for and against moisture by doing one of two things, trapping it on the skin or trapping it away from the skin. It fills pores and smooths the look of the skin may fill in wrinkles and fine lines on the face, and it also provides an emollient that will sooth skin to fight the effects of sunburn and diaper rash. Photo Credit: Craftology Dimethicone is effective. It is prominent in moisturizers and in primers, it is an i...