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Updated on April 23, 2024

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What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 0 ingredients in common

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They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Squalane
The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane

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100% Plant-Derived Squalane
Squalane Emollient, Skin Conditioning
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Helps hydrate Dry Skin

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane
C13-16 Isoparaffin Solvent
2 Concerns

This synthetic solvent is more commonly known as 'hemi-squalane'. This is due to it having a similar composition of bonded hydrogen and carbon as squalane.

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Ingredient Ratings

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100% Plant-Derived Squalane
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100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane
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When to use

931 Routines
40% use in am
60% use in pm
95% use every day
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44% use in am
56% use in pm
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Reviews

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The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Squalane 1 ingredient

4.1 /5
from 17 ratings
Works Well (5) Hydrating (4) Light (3) Great Value (3) No Scent (3) Oily (2)
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Jacob

5 months ago · Dry Skin
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Love this product for some light daytime hydration.

I've been using it for a few years now and have nothing bad to say about it. It absorbs...

Love this product for some light daytime hydration.

I've been using it for a few years now and have nothing bad to say about it. It absorbs well, is affordable, and hasn't caused me any irritation.

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harmonicinference

3 years ago · Dry Skin
Review

Current HG for Glass Skin
My main skin concern is dryness/dehydration. I find many medium-body non-comedogenic moisturizers not moisturizing...

Current HG for Glass Skin
My main skin concern is dryness/dehydration. I find many medium-body non-comedogenic moisturizers not moisturizing enough, or that they dry more matte than I'd like. I mix 2-3 drops of this into my last step cream moisturizer for an extra boost of dew, avoiding my nose if it feels too oily.

The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane 1 ingredient

4.0 /5
from 1 rating
Absorbs Well (1) Great Value (1) Hydrating (1) Light (1) No Scent (1) Works Well (1)
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screamadelica

1 month ago · Normal Skin
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i just used up my current bottle of this wonderfully lightweight product that only costs about $5.
so i went to buy some more from Sephora or...

i just used up my current bottle of this wonderfully lightweight product that only costs about $5.
so i went to buy some more from Sephora or Ulta… and it’s apparently been discontinued. :(
i have no idea why. not only is it wonderfully inexpensive, but it works like a heavier oil (think Argan or Marula) while being lighter, less greasy, and absorbing faster. it’s great for the hair, the body, and even sometimes for the face. the JVN haircare brand incorporates this ingredient in their products for a reason!
there are a few other brands that have Hemi-Squalane for sale on Amazon, and most of them are actually a bit more expensive. so, to put it mildly, i’m really gonna miss the convenience of getting this from Sephora/Ulta for a great price.