Description
Olive Squalane Oil
Description – Squalane occurs naturally in human sebum. It protects and lubricates the skin and is at its highest levels in youth. Olives are the most common source for cosmetics squalane which should not be confused with unethically sourced squalene which comes from fish.
Common Name | Olive Squalane |
Botanical Name | Squalane |
Botanical Family | Oleaceae |
Extraction Method | Cold pressed then fractionated |
Aroma | None |
Country of Origin | France |
Appearance | Pale yellow, Light |
Skin Feel | Easily and deeply absorbed, non-greasy |
Skin Type | All skin types |
Properties | Emollient, protective |
Heat Stability | Stable for hot and cold process |
Saponification Value | 185-195 |
Storage | 24-36 Months |
Typical Fatty Acid Profile | |
Main Constituents (Typical Values) | |
Natural Vitamin Content |
Common Uses
- Moisturisers – particularly for dry or mature skin. Improves suppleness and spreads easily
- Chapped skin – add to lip balms and hand creams
- Eye creams – easy absorption and light feel makes it a good choice for the delicate eye area
- Easy to incorporated into cosmetic emulsions, typically at 2-30%
Packaging – Supplied in clear PET bottles with flip top lid for easy dispensing. Fully labelled with common name, botanical name, BBE date and batch code. SDS and Certificate of analysis available for download
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Recommended Reading: Carrier Oils for Aormatherapy & Massage (4th Edition, 2008) Len Price with Shirley Price