Emollient SQUALANE 30 g

Squalane for hair and face - a plant-based emollient from olive oil

Olive Squalane or Phytosqualan from the French manufacturer Sophim is an exceptional natural softening agent (emollient) that is used in a wide range of cosmetics, especially in high-quality exclusive products. It is a transparent, odorless oil that is completely derived from renewable raw materials.

Component characteristics and features of use

INCI: Squalane

CAS number: 111-01-3

Origin: vegetable, olive

Concentration of active substance: not less than 95%

Dosage: 1-10%. This is the percentage of introduction recommended by the manufacturer, however, in special cosmetics, squalane is used up to 50%.

Solubility: in oil

Features of use: compatible with vegetable oils, esters, mineral oils and non-polar solvents. It can be introduced at normal temperatures or heated to high temperatures (thermostable).

Storage: in a dark, dry, cool place at a temperature of < 25 ° C. Stable component.

Origin of squalane

Squalane is a stable substitute for squalene in cosmetics. The name squalene comes from the Latin Squalus - a shark, whose liver is rich in this compound. However, the trends of modern cosmetology dictate the rules for creating natural, organic and vegan cosmetics, and the use of animal products does not comply with these principles. Squalane or Olive Squalane from the Beurre store is obtained by hydrogenation of olive squalene. And this is a huge advantage, since squalene tends to be unstable due to the unsaturation of its carbon chain. And during hydrogenation, the saturation of the carbon chain leads to the formation of a very stable molecule, plant squalane, which is used as an active emollient in many cosmetic purposes. Squalane has the ability to spread and be absorbed by the skin, prevents water loss and restores skin elasticity.

Phytosqualan from the French manufacturer Sophim is approved by COSMOS, which will allow you to declare the naturalness of your formulas and thus meet the growing consumer demand for cleaner and more natural products.
 

Application in cosmetics

From a dermatological point of view, squalane is a high-quality emollient and softening agent. Due to its natural affinity for the skin, it easily penetrates the epidermis, without leaving a feeling of greasiness, while giving the skin a feeling of softness and silkiness. This is due to the fact that squalene is the main hydrocarbon of skin surface lipids, making up 15% of adult skin sebum. Studies have shown that squalane is non-comedogenic and when applied to the skin, it spreads easily, forming a protective film that prevents moisture loss. The great interest in the use of squalane is mainly due to its natural compatibility with the skin, non-toxicity, high stability and pleasant silky feeling of the cosmetic products in which it is used.
 

Squalane and its benefits for the skin

Plant squalane is a real asset for cosmetic formulas. Squalane is especially recommended for facial skin care. Its main benefits are the restoration of the lipid barrier and deep hydration of the skin. Therefore, it can be added to skin care products such as oily facial serums, eye care products, anti-aging formulas and mature skin care products. Squalane is an excellent component for moisturizing cream or cosmetics for dry and sensitive skin, as it helps to restore the protective barrier of the epidermis. Phytosqualane also has sensory benefits and will allow you to create emulsions with a silky, non-greasy texture and is especially suitable for dry oils in body formulas and massage oils.

Squalane and its benefits for hair

Squalane is also recommended for use in hair care products, as it smoothes and envelops the hair. It forms a protective film on the surface of the fiber and helps to retain its moisture. The dry feeling after application makes squalane a very suitable component for dry oils, silky to the touch. It is especially recommended for creating:

• restorative or protective hair serums and masks,
• split end remedies
• cosmetics for dry and dehydrated hair
• products for curly, colored or straightened hair, etc.
   

Use of squalane in decorative cosmetics

Finally, phytosqualane is recommended for use in color and mineral cosmetics, especially in lipsticks, mascaras and cream foundations, due to its excellent spreading properties. The application of the product becomes smoother, making it more pleasant for the consumer during use. Its silky and slippery, but dry feel gives your formula a sensual feel. Finally, squalane ensures optimal dispersion of pigments, resulting in uniform color dispersion.

Squalane is of particular interest for sunscreen formulas (due to its thermal stability) and for winter formulations, where maintaining appearance and quality at low temperatures is a prerequisite (squalane has a low freezing point).

Squalane is also often included in flavored recipes as a fragrance fixative. This property is justified by its ability to regulate the diffusion of aromatic substances.
 

Emollients can be purchased for adding to such cosmetics

• skin care products: protective, regenerating, moisturizing creams, cleansing milk, oil mixtures, anti-aging products.
• sunscreens: sunscreens, lotions, milk, oils, after-sun products.
• hair care products: conditioners, shampoos, hair oil.
• decorative cosmetics: lipsticks, mascara, liquid decorative cosmetics, pressed powders, nail care products.
• body care: perfumes, massage oils, bath oils.
   

By adding squalane to natural cosmetics, you will receive the following benefits

• excellent skin softening
• improved sensory characteristics: silkiness after application
• skin hydration
• reduction of wrinkles
• ease of distribution of emulsions with squalane
• fast absorption: does not leave a greasy film or a feeling of heaviness on the skin
• stable when heated to high temperatures
• compatibility with most cosmetic components
• non-polar emollient of plant origin.

Handmade cosmetics recipes, formulas and reviews

It is very difficult to create your own correct recipes if you are new to cream maker. And we are ready to help you with this. Go to the YouTube channel Beurre Cosmetic Kitchen, where we have already developed many recipes for handmade cosmetics and share the technology for making cosmetics with our own hands. And also you can check Blog from Beurre, where we share useful information about creating the right natural cosmetics.