Let’s Learn Ingredients Together – Squalane

Squalane is a hydrocarbon obtained by hydrogenation of Squalene. It has a colorless, odorless, bright, and transparent appearance, high chemical stability, and good affinity for the skin. It is also known as the “panacea” in the skincare industry.
Compared to the easy oxidation of squalene, the stability of hydrogenated squalene, also known as squalane, is greatly improved.
Squalane not only has the moisturizing effect of squalene, but also is not easily spoiled, and is more skin friendly and permeable. It can quickly blend with the sebum membrane and is very suitable for making skincare products.
The most important role:
Moisturizing and hydrating
The oil naturally secreted by the skin contains about 12% squalene, which is one of the components of the skin’s sebum membrane. The squalane obtained after hydrogenation has good skin affinity and can quickly dissolve with the oil in the skin, forming a thin and breathable protective film on the skin surface to maintain moisture balance and prevent skin moisture loss. Its strong permeability enables the skin to quickly reach water oil balance.
Enhance skin barrier function
The barrier function of the skin surface is mainly to prevent external pollutants and harmful substances from causing damage to the skin, while also preventing the loss of moisture.
Squalane forms a protective film on the skin, enhancing the skin barrier function and protecting the skin from external environmental influences.
At the same time, squalane also has the effect of strengthening the repair of the epidermis and repairing damaged cells. It can open the pores of the skin, promote microcirculation between blood, thereby enhancing cell metabolism and achieving the effect of repairing damaged cells.
Antioxidant
For billions of years, squalene/alkane has protected the skin of mammals from damage caused by ultraviolet radiation. Experiments have shown that squalene/alkane can capture ultraviolet radiation, preventing skin cells from oxidation, aging, and cancer caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation. This characteristic also makes squalane used in various UV resistant skincare products.
Suitable skin type
Squalane is stable in composition, mild in nature, suitable for any skin type, and can assist in maintaining skin hydration and elasticity.
In addition, squalane has low sensitivity and irritation, and sensitive muscles can use it with confidence