Silica & Skincare
Silica (SiO2) is a natural compound found in the earth's crust that is comprised of oxygen and silicon atoms. It's also inherently present in the body and plays a crucial role in boosting collagen production, strengthening your bones, and building up your nails. Silica, as an ingredient in skincare, has many benefits. For example, it promotes collagen production, maintains elastin, and stimulates a protein in the body called glycosaminoglycans, which keeps skin hydrated and is crucial for cell renewal. It's also a gentle abrasive that you can find in exfoliating products like face and body scrubs that help remove the top layers of skin, excess oil, and other impurities that can accumulate over time.
