The subject invention provides unique and advantageous compositions containing Argentum metallicum (homeopathic silver) for use in topical skin care. In one embodiment, the subject invention provides a gel formulation having an advantageous silver hydrosol component in addition to Argentum metallicum. In preferred embodiments of the composition of the subject invention, the formulation further comprises carbopol. Sodium hydroxide can be used as described herein to adjust the pH.