Squalane

Structure, Emollient and Moisturizing Effects, and Source Identification of Squalane: From Complete Hydrogenation of Squalene to Stable Isotope Analysis

Squalane is a commonly used emollient oil-phase ingredient in skincare products. It is often associated with moisturization, emolliency, and plant-derived sourcing. However, from a chemical-structure perspective, squalane does not contain the hydrophilic groups found in humectants such as ...