PLANT-BASED SQUALANE
Lightweight hydration that feels like silk.
Ready to take your skincare creations to the next level? Olive-derived squalane is a vegan cosmetic active loved for its unmatched emollient and hydrating properties. Think of it as a feather-light oil that deeply nourishes without leaving a trace of grease.
Use it anywhere: face serums, hair oils, creams, massage and body oils. Every skin type loves it, but dry and dehydrated skin will thank you most.
What it does
Restores a radiant, supple, and silky complexion
Balances sebum production and refines the look of pores, lines, and wrinkles for a smoother skin texture
Provides deep hydration by supporting the skin’s natural lipid barrier
Protects from pollution and oxidative stress—the culprits behind premature aging
Strengthens and protects hair by sealing in moisture
Ideal for makeup formulations: improves pigment distribution with a smooth, non-greasy finish
INCI
Olea europaea (olive) squalane
Specifications & Storage
Store in a cool place.
Origin: Italy, Spain, or Tunisia (subject to availability).How to use
Squalane is an oil-phase active and can be used just like a carrier oil for facial, body, or hair care—either pure or blended.
Always perform a patch test before first use.Add a few drops to:
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Facial, body, or hair serums
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Facial or body butters
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Finished moisturizers or eye creams (use sparingly to avoid destabilizing emulsions)
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Good to know
Squalane is obtained by hydrogenating squalene, a natural compound found in olive oil and even in our own skin’s sebum. The process requires no solvents and produces a stable, skin-identical emollient. Olive remains one of the most sustainable sources compared to other crops such as rice, sugarcane, or palm.
Fun fact: Olive-derived squalane has been used since the 1980s as an ethical, plant-based alternative to animal-sourced (mainly shark) squalane. A small but meaningful evolution in cosmetic science.
