Squalane, the star ingredient in cosmetic products

Every end of the year and beginning of the year, new active ingredients appear that become fashionable in your cosmetics, such as niacinamide or bakuchiol. However, there are others that have always been present but suddenly begin to gain popularity, such as squalane. Why do you see it in all your beauty products lately?

Squalane is an ingredient that hydrates the skin, delays the signs of aging and prevents the appearance of wrinkles and blemishes. Historically, the squalane used in cosmetics came from shark liver (hence its name ''squalus'', which is Latin for shark), but it currently has a vegetable origin that comes mainly from olive oil, but also from olive oil. sugar cane or shea butter.

It has a composition very similar to the oils that are naturally secreted by the sebaceous glands, so it is light and absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy residue, creating a protective layer that retains moisture and prevents dehydration of the skin. So it reduces dryness and provides elasticity and juiciness. In addition, it acts as a detoxifier to increase collagen production, making the skin smoother and more toned.

Harmonía Cosmética Natural knows this and has launched its Illuminating Facial Oil, a dry-touch oil with a cocktail of active ingredients that fights cellular oxidation and helps reduce spots. The formula of this oil with vitamin C has been enriched with the antioxidant power of Vitamin E, to improve tone and provide luminosity; stop the formation of free radicals; reduce expression lines and increase skin elasticity and barrier function.

In addition, it contains other oils, among which squalane, amaranth and grape seed oil (moisturize, nourish and repair) and pumpkin oil (prevents dehydration) stand out.

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