What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Squalane
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientDiheptyl Succinate
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Maltol
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Lactate
BufferingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Arginine
Masking
PCA
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Gossypium Hirsutum Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Polyquaternium-80
CleansingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Citric Acid
Buffering
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Sodium Citrate
BufferingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Glycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantSerine
Masking
Valine
MaskingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Proline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningSucrose Distearate
Emollient
Histidine
Humectant
Phenylalanine
Masking
Water, Propanediol, Squalane, Diisostearyl Malate, Diheptyl Succinate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Behenyl Alcohol, Maltol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract, Sodium Lactate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Arginine, PCA, Ceramide NP, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Ceramide Ns, Cholesterol, Ceramide EOP, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Gossypium Hirsutum Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Sodium PCA, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract, Polyquaternium-80, Sorbitan Isostearate, Saccharide Isomerate, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Aspartic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycine, Alanine, Dipropylene Glycol, Serine, Valine, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Proline, Threonine, Isoleucine, Sucrose Distearate, Histidine, Phenylalanine
Squalane
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Skin Protecting
Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Domestica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil
Emollient
Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Squalane, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil, Prunus Domestica Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopherol
Reviews
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but it’s technically not; it’s a hydrocarbon, meaning it’s only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term “oil-free” isn’t regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. It’s worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
