Squalane

Product Description

As a dedicated wholesale supplier of Lipids & Terpenes, GSS provides 100% plant-derived High Purity Squalane at factory-direct prices. Our Squalane is primarily sourced via sustainable sugarcane fermentation, ensuring a consistent, high-purity supply that is free from animal-derived impurities. As a saturated and stable hydrocarbon C30H62, it mimics the skin’s natural squalene, providing exceptional biocompatibility. It serves as a premium emollient that is highly resistant to oxidation, making it a foundational ingredient for brands committed to "Clean Beauty" and high-performance dermatological solutions.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Squalane
• Chemical Name: 2,6,10,15,19,23-Hexamethyltetracosane
• CAS No.: 111-01-3
• Molecular Formula: C30H62
• Molecular Weight: 422.81 g/mol
• Appearance: Colorless, odorless, transparent liquid
• Purity (Assay): ≥99.0%
• Source: 100% Plant-based (Sugarcane/Olive)
• Solubility: Miscible with vegetable oils, mineral oils, and synthetic esters; insoluble in water
• Specific Gravity (20°C): 0.805 – 0.812
• Grade: Cosmetic Grade
• Origin: China (Direct Factory Supply)

Key Benefits & Applications

• Advanced TEWL Control: Forms a breathable, non-occlusive film on the skin surface to significantly reduce Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL) without a greasy residue.
• Biomimetic Skin Smoothing: Deeply conditions the skin and refines texture, providing immediate suppleness and enhancing the skin’s natural lipid barrier.
• High Formulation Stability: Unlike its unsaturated counterpart (squalene), Squalane is fully saturated and does not oxidize or turn rancid, ensuring a long shelf life for finished products.
• Non-Comedogenic Emolliency: Lightweight and non-clogging, making it suitable for all skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin.
• Applications: Used as a base or active in facial oils, luxury anti-aging creams, lightweight serums, sunscreens, and "silicone-free" hair care products.

Formulation Guidelines

• Recommended Dosage: 1.0% – 10.0% (can be used up to 100% as a pure facial oil).
• Incorporation: Oil-phase compatible. Can be added at any stage of the oil phase preparation. It is heat-stable and suitable for both hot and cold-process emulsification.
• pH Stability: Stable across a wide pH range (3.0 – 10.0), making it versatile for various formulations.
• Compatibility/Stability Notes: Highly compatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients. Acts as an excellent carrier for fat-soluble actives like Retinoids or Vitamin E.
• Synergy: Combine with Retinol to enhance penetration while mitigating potential irritation, or with Ceramide NP to create a comprehensive lipid-replenishment system for severely dry skin.