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Squalane
Squalane · Squalane*Barrier
Lightweight plant-derived emollient. Mimics skin's own sebum without occluding pores.
What it does
Squalane is the saturated, shelf-stable form of squalene (a lipid the skin produces naturally). Most modern squalane is olive- or sugarcane-derived rather than the historical shark-liver source. It softens skin and reinforces the barrier without leaving a heavy occlusive feel. Compatible with virtually every active.
Also known as
plant-based squalane
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