Olive Squalane

Description

Olive squalane is a vegetable squalane obtained by the hydrogenation of of olive oil unsaponifiables. Squalane’s silky, non-greasy texture makes it a natural addition to any cosmetic formulation for the skin and hair due to squalane’s natural presence in our own bodies. It is effective in helping to restore the lipid barrier, and also helps to protect the skin and hair from dehydration. This plant-based emollient is suitable for all kinds of topical cosmetic and personal care applications.

Vegan suitable.

Benefits

• Excellent emolliency and moisturization
• Highly stable and non-oxidizing
• Excellent natural affinity with the skin and hair
• Silky and non-greasy after feel
• Effectively improves hydration, elasticity, suppleness, smoothness and protection
• Improves hydration by preventing TEWL (transepidermal water loss)
• Helps promote skin regeneration in aged and damaged skin types

Typical Usage Rate

2.0 - 100.0%

INCI Name(s)

Squalane