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Squalane

Plant-derived squalane

Generally safe

A lightweight oil that mimics skin's own lipids. Non-comedogenic for almost everyone and rarely causes reactions.

Safe amount 1 studies cited

No restriction; often used at 100% in facial oils

Technical data

Dose-response breakdown and source citations behind the rating above.

Safety by concentration

Up to 100%Generally safe

Cited sources

Squalane and Squalene

Fiume et al., International Journal of Toxicology · 2023

Products containing Squalane

LANEIGELip Sleeping Mask

Lip Care 94

Lip Sleeping Mask

3% Squalane in this formula

rhodePocket Blush

Blush 90

4% Squalane in this formula

rhodePocket Bronze Long-Wearing Cream Bronzer

Bronzer 88

Pocket Bronze Long-Wearing Cream Bronzer

4% Squalane in this formula

The OrdinaryRetinol 0.5% in Squalane

Serum 78

Retinol 0.5% in Squalane

10% Squalane in this formula

Frequently asked questions

Is Squalane safe?

A lightweight oil that mimics skin's own lipids. Non-comedogenic for almost everyone and rarely causes reactions. No restriction; often used at 100% in facial oils

Which products contain Squalane?

Lip Sleeping Mask, Pocket Blush, Pocket Bronze Long-Wearing Cream Bronzer, Retinol 0.5% in Squalane