The Synthesis of "silicones"

An explainer on silicones in hair products, why they're a trending topic, and how they can affect your hair's long-term health and appearance.

Discover Apple Silicon, Apple's custom ARM-based processors. Learn how these chips are revolutionizing Mac performance, battery life, and efficiency.

Discover silica, the essential mineral that boosts collagen, enhances skin elasticity, and promotes a hydrated, youthful glow.

Discover metalloids, the unique elements with properties between metals and nonmetals that are essential for modern electronics and technology.

Learn about phthalates, the hidden chemicals in many beauty products, why they're a trending health concern, and how they can affect your body.

Understand the difference between water-loving (hydrophilic) and oil-loving (lipophilic) skincare ingredients to choose the best products for your skin.

Discover humectants, the skincare ingredients that act like moisture magnets to hydrate and plump your skin, giving you a fresh, dewy glow.

Learn about occlusive ingredients, the skincare trend of 'slugging', and how they protect the skin's moisture barrier for a hydrated complexion.

Discover what emollient ingredients are, why they are trending, and how they work to soothe, soften, and hydrate dry, itchy skin.

Discover how liposome delivery systems are revolutionizing skincare by protecting and transporting active ingredients deeper into your skin for better results.