Why You Need To Add Silver To Your Skincare Routine, According To An Expert

You may have heard that silver is a growing trend in beauty – but that doesn’t mean shimmery eyeshadow or metallic highlighter.

We’re talking about colloidal silver, an ingredient that’s actually been used for medical purposes for centuries.

“Colloidal silver is the generic term for substances with tiny particles of silver suspended in water,” explains Joy Isaacs, founder of Argentum skincare.

So why should we adding this medicinal metal to our beauty routines?

“Colloidal silver is an exceptional skincare ingredient that helps to calm the skin by reducing inflammation, and fights bacteria without destroying the natural fauna of your skin,” Isaacs says.

“A good quality colloidal silver will increase the process of tissue protection and decrease irritant effects caused by oxidative stress, making it an extremely effective skincare ingredient for treating and soothing common conditions like acne, rosacea and eczema.”