Plant Squalane
Plant squalane is a lightweight, non-greasy oil derived from plants that feels silky on the skin. It is a highly stable, purified version of squalene and is one of the most popular hydrating and conditioning ingredients in modern UK skincare and haircare.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, plant squalane acts as an exceptional emollient that mimics the skin’s own natural oils, helping to reinforce the skin barrier, prevent moisture loss and deliver a smooth, velvety finish without any oily residue. It is prized for its ability to blend effortlessly with other ingredients, improving the texture and spreadability of creams, serums, facial oils and lip products while remaining stable against oxidation.
Key benefits
- Provides long-lasting hydration
- Softens and smooths skin texture
- Strengthens the skin barrier
- Non-comedogenic so won’t clog pores
- Calms and soothes dry or irritated skin
- Excellent natural hair conditioner that reduces frizz
Best for
dry skin, dehydrated skin, sensitive skin, mature skin, acne-prone skin, all skin types
Where it comes from
Plant squalane is obtained from renewable plant sources, most commonly olives, sugar cane or amaranth seeds. The natural squalene extracted from these plants is then hydrogenated to create the stable, odourless squalane used in cosmetics.
Products with Plant Squalane
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Plant Squalane than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.
- Sol De Janeiro Beija Flor Elasti-Cream Body Cream 75ml Sol De Janeiro
- Sol De Janeiro Beija Flor Elasti-Cream Body Cream 240ml Sol De Janeiro