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Biossance 100% Squalane Oil Versus OSEA Undaria Algae Body Oil

Oil
Body Oil
American Brand United States
American Brand United States

Updated on July 18, 2023

Overview

What they are

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

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin

Free From

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

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Ingredient Info

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Benefits

Notable Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
100% Squalane Oil
Squalane Emollient, Skin Conditioning
1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon
Helps hydrate Dry SkinHelps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

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.
Undaria Algae Body Oil
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning
0 / 0 Oil IconHelps hydrate Dry Skin IconMay worsen Oily Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon
OilOil Icon Helps hydrate Dry SkinHelps hydrate Dry Skin Icon 2 Concerns

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Undaria Pinnatifida Powder Absorbent

Undaria Pinnatifida Powder comes from a kelp native to the northern Pacific Ocean. It is more commonly known as "wakame".

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Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil Masking, Perfuming
Fragrance IconOil Icon
FragranceFragrance Icon OilOil Icon

Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is the volatile oil expressed from the peel of the Grapefruit, Citrus paradisi, Rutaceae.

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Tocopherol Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
0-3 / 0-3 Vitamin E IconAntioxidant IconHelps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps with Anti-Aging IconGood for Scar Healing IconHelps brighten skin IconMay cause irritation Icon
Vitamin EVitamin E Icon AntioxidantAntioxidant Icon 4 Benefits May cause irritationMay cause irritation Icon

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

0-3 Com. / 0-3 Irr.
Lupinus Albus Seed Extract Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Lupinus Albus Seed Extract.

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Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil Emollient
Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon
OilOil Icon Not safe for Fungal AcneNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.

Oryza Sativa Bran Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon
OilOil Icon Not safe for Fungal AcneNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Oryza Sativa Bran Oil comes from the outer layer of a rice kernel. It is a byproduct of milling rice, or the operation to produce a whole grain rice product.

Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil Skin Conditioning
Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon
OilOil Icon Not safe for Fungal AcneNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.

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Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil Emollient
1 / 0 Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon
OilOil Icon Not safe for Fungal AcneNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil is from the seed of the Babassu palm plant. This plant is native to Brazil.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning
1-3 / 0 Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon
OilOil Icon Not safe for Fungal AcneNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Sesame oil comes from sesame seeds. Sesame oil is rich in fatty acids and Vitamin E.

1-3 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Fragrance IconOil IconMay worsen Oily Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon
FragranceFragrance Icon OilOil Icon 2 Concerns

Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil is the expressed oil from the dried ripe seed of the Linseed, Linum usitatissimum L., Linaceae

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Oryza Sativa Bran Extract Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Oryza Sativa Bran Extract comes from the outer layer of a rice kernel. It is a byproduct of milling rice, or the operation to produce a whole grain rice product.

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract Antimicrobial, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.

Helianthus Annuus Extract Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Helianthus Annuus Extract comes from the common sunflower.

Citrus Latifolia Peel Oil Masking
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Citrus Latifolia Peel Oil is an oil.

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Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf Oil Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Fragrance IconOil Icon
FragranceFragrance Icon OilOil Icon

Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.

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Parfum Masking, Perfuming
Fragrance IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon
FragranceFragrance Icon 2 Concerns

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

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Ingredient Ratings

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100% Squalane Oil
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Undaria Algae Body Oil
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When to use

146 Routines
29% use in am
71% use in pm
85% use every day
When to use See routines that use it ->
7 Routines
43% use in am
57% use in pm
57% use every day

Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Biossance 100% Squalane Oil 1 ingredient

4.7 /5
from 3 ratings
Hydrating (1) Light (1) Works Well (1)
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Taynara Motta

1 year ago · Combination Skin
Review

The best oil!
Really hydrating, it was the only thing that worked for me when I completely damaged my skin barrier. I still use it on every single...

The best oil!
Really hydrating, it was the only thing that worked for me when I completely damaged my skin barrier. I still use it on every single night as my last routine step.

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1 day ago · Combination Skin
Review

Very hydrating!!!! The only oil i’ve found that’s fungal acne safe.😭 I used to use as a oil cleanser but now I just use it as a face and hair...

Very hydrating!!!! The only oil i’ve found that’s fungal acne safe.😭 I used to use as a oil cleanser but now I just use it as a face and hair moisturizer, since i don’t wear a lot of makeup. It’s great for both tho!!🩷

OSEA Undaria Algae Body Oil 17 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating