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Emollient

Squalane

Also known as: Plant-derived Squalane

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A lightweight oil that mimics your skin’s natural sebum.

Safety Profile iStandard safety rating for cosmetic use. Safe
Pregnancy iGeneral clinical consensus for expectant mothers. Safe
Clogging Risk i0 means no clogging. 5 means high risk. 1/5
Irritation iLikelihood of causing redness or sensitivity. 0/5

How It Actually Works

Because your skin recognizes it, it absorbs instantly without feeling greasy. It is the safest oil for acne-prone skin that still needs moisture.

🎯 Why your skin loves it: Locks in moisture, non-greasy finish, antioxidant properties.

💡 Pro Tip: Apply 2-3 drops as the last step of your routine to lock in moisture, or mix a drop directly into your moisturizer.

The Real Truth

The Internet Says: "All face oils will clog your pores."

The Science Says: Squalane is bio-identical to human sebum. Because your skin recognizes it, it absorbs seamlessly and is widely considered safe even for fungal acne.

Is it right for you?

Skin Type Friendly

✨ Acne-prone friendly ✨ Fungal acne safe

Risk Profile

Non-comedogenic

Formulation

Oil-based

Functional

Emollient

The Science

Why you can trust it: Clinically recognized as a highly stable, non-comedogenic emollient that safely mimics human sebum without oxidizing.
Origin Olives / Sugarcane (Hydrogenated Squalene)
Molecular Weight 422.8 g/mol
Ph Dependency Highly stable across all cosmetic pH levels
Max Concentration Up to 100%

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