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Emollient

Hydrogenated Farnesene

Often labeled as: Hemisqualane Variant

The ultra-light, eco-certified silicone alternative.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A highly purified, volatile hydrocarbon produced via the fermentation of sugarcane. It is structurally similar to Squalane but possesses half the molecular weight, making it feel completely weightless.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Provides incredible slip, cleanses makeup perfectly, and leaves a powdery, dry finish.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

The definitive modern alternative to Cyclopentasiloxane.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is a toxic petroleum derivative.

The Science

It is 100% bio-based, sustainable, and eco-certified.