Squalane: the new solution for natural cosmetics

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In recent years, both laboratories and users have been moving towards a more natural approach to cosmetics. With an awareness of the dangers of certain ingredients, new alternatives have had to be created to have products that are just as effective, but healthier for the users’ health. Let’s discover below one of the new natural ingredients that supports the formulations of your products: squalane.

Why turn to natural products?

Over the years, consumers have realized that the products in their well-being routine don’t necessarily do them as much good as they thought. With long and incomprehensible lists of ingredients without knowledge, purchases have often been made solely based on marketing phrases and fragrance. However, with the ban on cancer-causing ingredients and mobile applications that decrypt product compositions, awareness has awakened in the face of existing risks, and the need to opt for the most natural products possible.

Nature is full of benefits, and laboratories have been able to develop natural ingredients to replace harmful components. Like Sophim, the European leader in the production of vegetable-derived squalane, research has made it possible to develop safe ingredients while maintaining the quality and effectiveness of the finished cosmetic product. Approved COSMOS, these products are also formulated without solvents or GMOs, allowing everyone to continue taking care of themselves without fear of repercussions on their health.

Squalane, the best ally for cosmetics?

The cosmetic active ingredient squalane is a stable molecule, collected in the form of a sensory, colorless, and odorless oil, which is used as an active emollient in various cosmetic products. It is created from the hydrogenation of squalene, which is present in human sebum, as well as in certain animals and plants.

Squalane has many advantages, both for skin care, hair care, and makeup:

• Biomimetic properties that facilitate its integration into different products and its application
• Promotes elasticity and skin suppleness
• Highly moisturizing through various mediums (facial care, body oil, hair serums…)
• Ideal active ingredient for dry skin and hair
• Slows down signs of aging
• Repairing properties after sun exposure
• Preserves the skin’s natural hydration
• Pleasant texture without a greasy finish
• Facilitates the spread and dispersion of pigments in makeup

Create with nature

Although squalane can be synthetic and originate from petrochemistry or biotechnology, there are many natural possibilities.

A few years ago, squalane was of marine origin (now restricted to vaccine production and the pharmaceutical industry). Today, laboratories are finding inspiration in plants. Especially with soy, sunflower, and olive, which allows the creation of squalane from olive oil unsaponifiables.

It is possible to confirm the vegetable origin of squalane with a carbon-13 test. This, along with COSMOS certification, ensures a safe and high-quality product for the user.

In order to take care of yourself, stay informed and choose your beauty products wisely.