How Squalane works ์ค์ฟ ์๋
โก Quick answer: How does Squalane work? Squalane is the stable, hydrogenated form of squalene, a lipid the skin naturally makes. As a skin-mimicking emollient it fills gaps between surface cells, softening skin and helping seal in moisture by slowing water loss, all with a lightweight, non-greasy, non-comedogenic f
Squalane is the stable, hydrogenated form of squalene, a lipid the skin naturally makes. As a skin-mimicking emollient it fills gaps between surface cells, softening skin and helping seal in moisture by slowing water loss, all with a lightweight, non-greasy, non-comedogenic feel. Usually plant-derived (e.g. olive, sugarcane).
| Acts on | emollient moisture seal for dry skin |
|---|---|
| Evidence | Strong |
๐ฌ The honest ceiling: An excellent occlusive-emollient that softens and seals; it conditions the surface but adds no active treatment effect.
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