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Squalane

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MoisturizingSebum / Acne
INCI: Squalane
In short · TL;DR
Category
Base Ingredients
Effect
Prevention of moisture evaporation, skin softening
Concentration
1-10%
Effect
Prevention of moisture evaporation, skin softening
Mechanism
Hydrogenated form of human sebum component. Thin oil film suppresses evaporation
Typical concentration
1-10%
Onset
Immediate
Cautions
Available in plant-derived and shark-derived forms. Insufficient for internal moisture retention when used alone
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This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.
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