9 Good Chemicals For The Skin You Should Know

Nowadays, when people hear the word chemical, they are quick to associate it with negative words like harmful, or toxic, which is not the case. Chemicals are everywhere and in everything from the air we breathe to the food we eat. That’s to say, not all chemicals are bad.

There are some, if not a lot chemicals that are actually good and others that we need. Without oxygen, there would be no way to breathe, and without Hydrogen, there would be no way to produce water.

Similarly, some chemicals are good for your skin. These are some of the chemical ingredients that are popular in the beauty industry. These chemicals are known for their effectiveness in skin care products.

1. Squalane:

This is a triterpenoid with three different sources. It acts as a natural oil for your skin to give it a youthful glow and appearance. It reduces signs of anti-ageing by minimising fine lines and wrinkles. It keeps the skin moisturised which makes it look and feel supple. It also soothes the skin, preventing and easing irritation. It is a non-comedogenic, light, and breathable chemical found in serums, moisturisers, and face oils like the Bakuchiol slip.

2. Sodium Hyaluronate:

This chemical ingredient is a form of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate the deep layers of your skin and take effect. It repairs your tissues and heals wounds. It has the ability to reverse and/or stop ageing. Sodium Hyaluronate is known mostly for its hydrating properties. It is packed with moisture that reduces dryness and doesn’t block your pores. It can be found in skincare products like hyaluronic acid moisturiser, face washes, and serums.

3. Niacinamide:

Niacinamide is also known as nicotinamide and is a form of Vitamin B3. It helps with moisture retention while also regulating the production of oil to prevent overly oily skin. It treats hyperpigmentation by fading dark spots and evening out your skin tone. Niacinamide is known to treat acne by minimising breakouts. It is found in moisturisers, creams, and some skin treatment products.

4. Peptides:

Our skin contains peptides that keep your skin supple and slow down ageing. Peptides found in skincare products do the same job as the peptides on your skin. It improves your skin’s barrier to protect it from exterior impurities and damages like pollution, sun damage, bacteria, etc. It also kills bacteria on your skin like the ones that cause acne. Niacinamide speeds up collagen production that helps with anti-ageing. This makes your skin supple, tauter, and firmer.

5. Ceramides:

There are different types of ceramides. The natural ceramides are lipids/fat found in skin cells that make up less than half of the skin’s outer layer. The chemical ceramides work to improve the health of your skin cells. It creates a protective barrier that retains the moisture on your skin preventing dryness and irritation. While promoting the anti-ageing effects on your skin, it also protects your skin from external damage from the environment. It can be found in skincare products like toners, moisturisers, and sunscreens like Patchouli Glow.

6. Bioflavonoids:

They are a group of polyphenolic compounds also known as flavonoids. Bioflavonoids have anti-ageing properties that reduce age spots, fine lines, and wrinkles. It has antioxidants that neutralises free radicals. Overall, bioflavonoids maintain the appearance and quality of your skin.

7. Retinol:

Derived from Vitamin A, Retinol is mostly known for its anti-ageing benefits and treatment of any signs of sun damage. Retinol evens out your skin tone, reducing hyperpigmentation. It also unclogs your pores and exfoliates your skin.

8. AHA:

Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHA) prevent breakout and exfoliate your skin which gets rid of dead skin cells. It brightens your face by correcting discoloration from scars and pigmented areas of the skin. It promotes the production of collagen making your skin appear supple and also reducing the appearance of ageing.

9. Salicylic Acid (BHA):

Salicylic Acid is a type of phenolic acid and Beta-Hydroxy Acid (BHA). It removes dead skin cells improving the texture and tone of the skin. It helps with acne by reducing breakouts and keeping your skin clear. It also soothes sunburns and other skin irritations like inflammation, redness, etc.

These are some of the good chemicals which work wonders for your skin. Some, if not most of the amazing benefits chemical ingredients provide cannot be gotten from natural ingredients, and vice versa. Skincare products by 82°E are the perfect balance of natural ingredients and chemical ingredients. This balance helps you maintain a happy lifestyle with products that are simple to use, yet effective.