In my search for great ingredients to include in our skincare products, I came across Phytosqualane. I had heard of shark liver squalene taken as a dietary supplement, but not of olive oil phytosqualane. As an alternative to shark squalene, phytosqualane has been used as an excellent moisturizer and cosmetic ingredient. Squalene is found naturally in the skin. Helps maintain its health, moisture and softness. The amount in our skin decreases as we age, so topical application helps lock in moisture and especially treats roughness and dryness of the skin. By keeping our skin moist, it effectively treats wrinkles and the appearance of aged skin. In our body, squalene is a precursor for cholesterol synthesis. According to our ethical skin care products, squalene comes from olive oil extracts. Squalene has a natural affinity for the skin, with natural skin spreadability and absorption. Restores suppleness and suppleness to the skin. Its smooth, silky and non-greasy touch makes it an irreplaceable base for high-quality cosmetics.
SPECS
Specific Gravity, 20C g/ml 0.810-0.820 Refractive Index 1.4520 - 1.4580 Acid Value 0.5 max Iodine Value 4.0 max Saponification Value 3.0 max 92.3 % purity - French Supplies
It has the following properties: Vegetable origin (excellent for vegetarians and vegans), Odourless, colorless Spreadability Cutaneous absorption Restores skin suppleness Prevents water loss Non-greasy feel Although it looks like a clear oil, it is technically not an oil.
I use it in a number of skincare products like moisturizers, skin serums, massage oils, just to give you some ideas. Anyone looking for an environmentally friendly and ethical skincare regimen can do well to use Phytosqualane.
