What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Fucus Serratus Extract
Skin ProtectingAscophyllum Nodosum Extract
Skin ConditioningAspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Sophora Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ProtectingVitis Vinifera Juice Extract
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Lepidium Sativum Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningRubus Idaeus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSymphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningStrelitzia Nicolai Seed Aril Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Coco-Caprylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Squalane, Hyaluronic Acid, Fucus Serratus Extract, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Punica Granatum Seed Extract, Propanediol, Sophora Japonica Flower Extract, Vitis Vinifera Juice Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lepidium Sativum Sprout Extract, Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Strelitzia Nicolai Seed Aril Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Jojoba Oil/Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Esters
Skin Conditioning
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vaccinium Corymbosum Seed Oil
Antioxidant
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Squalane, Jojoba Oil/Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Esters, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Corymbosum Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil, Jasminum Sambac Flower Extract, 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.
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