Squalane or squalene

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K R.

Jan 7, 2016

K R.

Which one is better for moisturizing face? Or should I use jojoba?

Aleena P.

Jan 7, 2016

Aleena P.

Squalane is made from squalene to be more shelf stable so you'd want to go with squalane, which used to come from a sharks liver but when sharks started getting scarce they found out how to make it from plants. it's supposed to be good for balancing your skin because it's naturally found in your body, but I've heard that its not the best for acne prone skin. it's lighter weight than jojoba oil. but jojoba oil is supposed to be very close to your natural oils as well and I love it as a moisturizer. they both are good products so it would be personal preferance more than anything.

Kitty K.

Jan 7, 2016

Kitty K.

Jojoba and Squalane are actually both non-comedogenic so neither should give you issues. Squalane absorbs rapidly into your skin so it's light weight. I also found that it helped even out a lot of my marks and my skin tone! I personally use Indee Lee's Squalane oil that's sold on Beautylish. Rose hip is also great for evening out skin tone and hydration. Squalene is actually very comedogenic so I would stay clear of it!

K R.

Jan 7, 2016

K R.

Thanks kitty. So you would definitely recommend squalane over jojoba for moisture?

Chloe N.

Jan 7, 2016

Chloe N.

Squalene, I'm not sure which spelling it is..but it is found in your joints and helps give then cushion. So since its in your body it means it is biogenic, which means it is accepted my your body. But that is the same with jojoba oil too. Jojoba oil is the oil that is the closest to the sebum in your skin, so it is very good as a moisturizer since your body accepts it.

Kitty K.

Jan 8, 2016

Kitty K.

@Karly Definitrly, I absolutely love Squalane oil!

@Chole Both are correct spellings.. totally different oils. Squalene is highly comedogenic and Squalane comes from the same source, it's just skin care friendly!

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