Standard Skin and Beauty 100% Squalane Serum Ingredients Explained
Overview
What it is
Serum with 1 ingredient
Cool Features
It is vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for dry skin
Free From
It doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
Fun facts
Standard Skin and Beauty is from South Africa. This product is used in 2 routines created by our community.
We independently verify ingredients and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Does this product need an update? Let us know.
Ingredient List (1)
You should know
Benefits
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Ingredient Info
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols π
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons π
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances π
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates π
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens π
Oil Free
This product is free of oils π
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients π
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs π
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens π
Vegan
This product is vegan π
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free π
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients Explained
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.
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When to use
Here's some more info on how this product is used by our community.
Directions
AM and/or PM. Patch test before use.
Gently massage into the skin as last step in your routine. Follow with SPF.
For hair: Work through damp, clean hair daily or as required.
AM and/or PM. Patch test before use.
Gently massage into the skin as last step in your routine. Follow with SPF.
For hair: Work through damp, clean hair daily or as required.
When to use
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Pure affordable squalane oil made from sugarcane. FA safe.
Pure affordable squalane oil made from sugarcane. FA safe.
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