Barrier support
Dimethicone
Also known as Silicone
A skin-friendly silicone that forms a light, breathable layer on the skin. It smooths, locks in moisture and is the key ingredient in silicone scar gels.
What is dimethicone?
Dimethicone is a silicone, a type of ingredient made from silicon, oxygen and other elements. In skincare it creates a smooth, silky texture and forms a thin, breathable layer on the skin. Silicones have been used in skincare for decades and are considered very safe.
What it does for your skin
- Helps reduce moisture loss so skin stays hydrated
- Smooths the look and feel of the skin surface
- Makes creams glide on easily
- In scar gels, helps scars look softer, flatter and less red over time
How to use it
For scars, apply a thin layer of our Silicone Scar Gel to clean, fully healed skin twice a day and let it dry. Results build over weeks to months, so consistency is key. In our Redness Relief Moisturizer, Multivitamin Brightening Moisturizer and Retinol 0.5% Night Cream, dimethicone helps seal in hydration.
Who it's for
Dry and sensitive skin, anyone using retinol, and anyone looking to improve the appearance of surgical, injury or acne scars.
Common questions
Does dimethicone clog pores?
Is dimethicone bad for your skin?
How long does silicone scar gel take to work?
Can I use silicone gel on an open wound?
Related ingredients
This guide is general skincare information, not medical advice. If you're pregnant, nursing, using prescription skincare or have a skin condition, check with your doctor or our clinic team first.
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