Ingredient Spotlight

Squalane

What It Is

A lightweight, stable oil derived from olives or sugarcane, similar to the skin’s natural lipids.

What It Does

Provides deep, non-greasy hydration, supports the skin barrier, helps improve elasticity, and protects against moisture loss.

What You’ll See On The Label

Squalane

Find It In

Niacinamide Complexion Prep Serum, Overnight Glow Hydrating Recovery Cream, Coffee Exfoliating Mask.

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Key Benefits of Squalane

Provides long-lasting hydration with a weightless, non-greasy feel

Strengthens the lipid barrier to prevent moisture loss and dryness

Improves elasticity and smoothness, enhancing suppleness and tone

About Our Formulas

It’s a core emollient across our serums, moisturizers, facial oils, and cleansers, providing luxurious glide, instant softness, and barrier reinforcement. Squalane pairs perfectly with ceramides, peptides, and hyaluronic acid, enhancing both performance and sensorial experience in clean, high-performance formulations.

Marketing Considerations

Perfect hero ingredient for clean, barrier-repair, and anti-aging product lines

Appeals to clinical-grade and eco-luxury skincare brands

Evokes balance and skin harmony in brand storytelling

Manufacturing & Formulation

Form: Clear, odorless, lightweight liquid oil

Compatibility: Excellent with oils emulsifiers, and active systems

Applications: Moisturizers, serums, facial oils, cleansers, barrier-repair creams

The Science of Squalane

  1. Mimics the skin’s natural squalene, replenishing lipid levels and barrier integrity
  2. Highly oxidation-resistant and stable under light and heat exposure
  3. Penetrates deeply to deliver hydration without occlusion

Hydration, barrier repair, improved elasticity, and enhanced skin smoothness.

Yes, and it's ideal for dry, oily, or sensitive skin.

It replenishes essential lipids and prevents moisture loss.

Yes, it’s highly versatile and compatible with most ingredients.

Yes, it helps buffer irritation and improve tolerance.

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