Squalane starts as Squalene, a natural lipid that’s obtained from sugar cane, olives, rice bran, and Amaranth seed. Oils are extracted from plant material. Squalene is separated and purified from those oils.
What is Squalane?
Squalene obtained from oils, extracted from the plant is unstable and oxidizes easily and converts to Squalane. Squalane obtained is more stable, long lasting and used for skin and hair care.
Plant based Squalane obtained from sugarcane, i.e., sugarcane derived squalane is very popular among others. Also, applying Squalane for face acts as a non-comedogenic oil i.e., does not clog pores. Using squalane for face allows skin to breathe.
Squalane Benefits On Skin Health
Squalane in skincare benefits by
- Locks moisture without any greasiness
- Good for acne-prone skin too as it won’t clog the pores
- Calms dryness, redness and sensitivity
- Supports and strengthens skin barrier
- Works on dry, oily, combination and sensitive skin
- Balances oil production
Squalane Benefits On Hair Health
Squalane in haircare benefits
- Smooths hair cuticle
- Adds shine and softness to hair
- Reduces frizzy and avoids hair dryness i.e., anti-frizz oil
- Hydrates hair without weighing hair down
- Helps treat scalp dryness and flakiness
- Hair management becomes easy
- Lightweight conditioner
How Is Squalane Used
Squalane with multiple skin and hair benefits is available in the form
- Serums
- Moisturizers
- Hair Oils
- Conditioners
- Facial oils
- Creams
