What is Squalane?

Squalene is a lipid, a fat, which is naturally produced by the oil glands in our skin. To grasp a better understanding let’s discover more about them in detail.

How Squalane is different than Squalene. Why are we using it in our skincare?

If you have noticed there are two different spellings Squalane and “e”. Squalane is the hydrogenated, shelf-stable version of squalene (with an “e”). Our body’s production of squalene declines with age. Squalane replenishes lost moisture and gives you back the skin you were born with. Squalene obtains from plant and animal sources, but since the fatty molecule is unstable in its natural state, it needs to be hydrogenated (or combined with hydrogen) into squalane, a more stable version that still acts like the same molecule and lends similar benefits.

Traditionally, squalene is sourced from the livers of sharks, where it can be naturally found in high concentrations. However, because of ethical concerns, many major beauty companies have thankfully shifted away from shark-derived squalane and instead have turned to other sources, since the natural organic compound can also be derived from many plants. Squalene is also abundant in olive oil and can be sourced naturally from rice bran, wheat germ, and sugar cane.

What are the benefits of squalane oil?

It is a quality easily absorbed and prevents water loss from the skin. Squalane oil has excellent emollient properties, meaning it can keep your skin moisturized and hydrated. One of the reasons it makes for such an effective moisturizer is that our skin recognizes it instantly since it’s a form of a substance our bodies naturally produce. The lightweight oil absorbs into even the deepest parts of our skin quickly and easily. Squalane can also increase the luminosity and vibrancy of skin, lessen the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and even help reduce redness. Squalane oil actually helps to repair the barrier of your skin. Squalene has natural antioxidant properties that have been found to fight free radical damage in the skin.

You can also use squalane oil on your hair and nails to reap the same hydrating effects. To leave your hair softer and shinier, apply several drops of squalane oil to your scalp.

SQUALANE WORKS FOR EVERY SKIN