SQUALANE - How To Use Squalane In Your Skincare Routine

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey guys and welcome to bonus video for today where I want to talk you through squalane and the benefits it can bring to your skincare routine.. Todays usual video will be coming later but I have had this one filmed for some time and couldn't find the right time to put it out so I thought why not have a bonus video for the end of the year... Happy New Year To All xxxxxx

[@lizcademy4809]

Squalane is a staple ingredient in my formulation supply cabinet. Earlier today I added some to a cuticle balm I made. It's also in my basic body lotion, and an experimental face moisturizer. What's really nice about it is that squalane does not feel oily or greasy, even though it's technically an oil. I hate things that feel greasy, so this is perfect for my winter-dry skin. It is inexpensive. My 4oz bottle cost about $15 USD from a formulation supply store. Admittedly, I don't get a fancy dropper bottle, or even a plain one, but can buy those too.

[@Inisiarev]

Great analysis again! I do think the “magic trick” to get the best from squalane is to not overdo the concentration. As our skin naturally produces the skinbarrier with only less then 0.5% hyaluronic acid it is easily understood that adding a 10% hyaluronic acid will in fact be counterproductive. The same goes for squalane. Btw, is it me or does your skin actually look healthier then a year ago and much more naturally glowing?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so so much thats so kind of you to say :) ... I totally agree with you hun I think like with all things we should be using these in moderation to make sure we dont overload the skin.. Happy new Year and sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@lizcademy4809]

Do you have any references for the maximum concentration? I don't want to exceed it in my formulations!

[@Inisiarev]

@@lizcademy4809 I can’t give you an exact %. Natural squalane is around 10% of the total lipids amount of the skin barrière. Roughly estimated I think the % squalane should not exceed the 3-5%, but I need to do more research and calculations to be sure and more precise.

[@lizcademy4809]

@@Inisiarev Please let me know. None of my references say anything about a maximum use ... they say to use it like any natural oil. I have some formulas that use 10-20% oils, I want to know how much squalane I can use in that oil fraction.

[@Inisiarev]

@@lizcademy4809 My reference is naturally occurring squalane in the skin barrier. That is at peak levels, around being 20 y.o., between 10-12% of the total amount of lipids in the skin barrier. Natural lipids in there turn are approximately in the order of 35-40% of the natural skinbarrier. So, 10% of 40% makes 4% squalane naturally occurring in the skin barrier at peak levels. Other components of the natural skin barrier are f.i. Ceramides and skincells.

[@desleykakoulidisgallaway3382]

Excellent, clear explanation thanks so much for sharing your expertise ❤

[@YamileYemoonyah]

I mix two drops of the BYBI 1%Bakuchiol in Squalane into my moisturizer and love it! I also just started to use the TO 2% granactive retinoid in Squalane.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thats such a good tip thank you so much for sharing and happy new year xxxxx

[@williamtheantioxidantqueen3546]

Another educational video to add to my library. Hope you have a magnificent new year. 🎉🥳

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy New Year hun, thank you for all the love and support you have shown me this year and wishing you all the best for 2022 ... love you xxxxx

[@mooniecri]

So early today! I was quite curious about squalane so thank you!! And a happy new year! Hope you have loads of fun tonight 🤗🥰

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy New Year Cristina and I am wishing you the most wonderful start to 2022 and I hope it brings you so much joy as you deserve it.. love you xxxxxx

[@olinayoung6287]

Cool!! Great deep dive 😊!

[@shaunaburton7136]

I love squaline. It’s good to know it’s not expensive to produce

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much for watching hun and sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@sanjabojovic7440]

Squalane is not a new and hot ingredient. It`s just that people cannot find anything new to hype about. I`ve been using it for two years and it`s ok.... But nothing to rave about. I love it in my products, like you said in cleansers and moisturizers, not as oil, as it causes me breakouts....

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much for sharing your thoughts hun and I think all ingredients go up and down in popularity in cycles so this is no exception.. sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@rosemary5005]

Hmm that’s food for thoughts 🤔

[@donnadornbusch6738]

Rob, you are the best…Happy 2022🎉

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much hun and all the best for 2022 I hope it brings you so much joy... thank you for all the support you have given me this year and love you lots cxxxx

[@Patti-1962]

I love The Ordinary's Plant Derived Hemi Squalane. My skin loves this products, and I use it on my cuticles, hand and feet... especially getting ready for the summer! I also use TO Retinol 1% in Squalane, so my skin is getting its fair share of this ingredient. My skin does not react well to other oils, so I'm glad it can handle this one!❤️❤️

[@elizabethsmith583]

🥳🎉💕🥳🎉💕🥳🎉💕🥳🎉💕🥳🎉💕

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi I like the hemi squalane and you never hear anyone mention it. I use it a lot as a hair oil - great to tame the frizz without being too greasy. I have super dry skin so it sinks into my skin really well and I even add a drop to foundations etc if I'm having an extra dry day. It's more affordable than the other oils in the range and I buy it a couple at a time. Best wishes.

[@mariomario-cm3fc]

thank you Rob it's really helpful

[@tthibideau]

I know you don’t like to hype your own products too often, but I would like to point out that the Gentle Jelly cleanser also has squalene in it. It is such a gorgeous cleanser. xxxxx

[@MadAboutSkin]

Awww your too too kind Tom love you xxxxxx

[@elizabethsmith583]

I love squalane. I add a drop or two to my moisturiser when I feel I need it. I found it thanks to you ❣️❣️❣️❣️ Love and hugs xx

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy New Year hun (checked my international clock ind I think its already January in Aus lol) wishing you the most amazing start to 2022 xxxxxxx

[@elizabethsmith583]

@@MadAboutSkin almost. It’s 11.24pm and I’m in bed. Exciting huh? 🤣🤣🤣. Happy 2022 to you !! ❤️❤️❤️

[@rosemary5005]

@@elizabethsmith583 ✨Happy new year! 💫✨

[@Patti-1962]

Happy New Year to my sweet friend!!!😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@elizabethsmith583]

@@Patti-1962 here’s to facing 2022 together! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mimimoon6082]

Just stopped in to say Happy new year Rob and MAS family! 🎆🎉

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy New Year hun, thank you for all the love and support you have shown me this year and wishing you all the best for 2022 ... love you xxxxx

[@zanchan]

I have a tester of squalane and will try dropping a few drops into my nighttime moisturiser :) Love the products that already have it in, though!

[@janm9309]

I like the Biossance 100% Squalane, whilst price seems high, price/ml worked out cheaper than TO! I like to do a facial massage with it using a Gua Sha tool and roller.

[@lotuscabrio2937]

Is it lightweight?

[@infinitigirl29]

Biossane has great moisturizers with squalene but they are a little expensive. I will try your recommendations.

[@chris1412]

Your jelly gentle cleanser is amazinggg for my skin xxxxx TO squalane cleanser breaks me out now, it used to be my holy grail :(( happy Friday lovely!! Hope you have a wonderful new year and the best 2022 ever!! Sending all the hugs possible 😘😘😘🤍🤍🤍

[@kirstenflood5404]

Happy new year Rob!! TO Cleanser makes my skin feel really tight, but I carried on with it because I hate waste. But I've now switches to MAS jelly Cleanser and it feels much better.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy new Year hun, thank you so so much for all the love and support you have shown me this year and wishing you all the best for 2022.. love you xxxxxx

[@kirstenflood5404]

@@MadAboutSkin 💖💖💖

[@Lazychick83]

happy new years eve! hope u hav a greeat day!

[@lithitrabu3399]

Happy new year Rob. Hope that MAS community will develop more in 2022 😍🥰

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much hun and Happy New Year ... Love you xxxxx

[@aquana]

Meanwhile, me: desperately looking through INCI lists for no squalane because my skin absolutely *hates* squalane and completely refuses to absorb anything with that ingredient haha

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh gosh I am sorry to hear that but at least you know what is the indecent which doesnt work for you so you can eliminate it.. sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@analizagrainge2412]

Hello Rob i hope youre doing well and a happy new year to you A bit far from the topic of sqaulane, but do you have plans of doing a brand review of Mary & May, since they are an affordable line similar to the ordinary. Thank you . Sending lots oF love from the Philippines

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, I have this brand on my list to review this year but I need to fit it in with all the other content ideas I have but its coming :) Happy New Year hun and sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@bbsail]

Omg happy New Year's to all. May you have a great year ahead of you 🥂🎉

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy New Year hun, thank you for all the love and support you have shown me this year and wishing you all the best for 2022 ... love you xxxxx

[@opaterson5563]

Squalane: I’m in your skin already, I won’t break you out… Rob: it won’t break you out, it’s non-comedogenic… My skin: HAHAHAHAHA oh no you don’t, zitcity here we come 🤪 There’s always one isn’t there! I’m yet to try your moisturiser and cleanser and it was squalane that made me nervous about trying them but I saw a comment above about concentrations so I might dip my toe in again just to see if I get a better result 👀

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh I know what you mean hun... all our skin is unique and its perfectly normal to not get on with an ingredient which everyone else loves.. I hope you do love the MAS products if you do try them but let me know if you need any more information.. Sending you lots of love xxxx

[@indrezvigaityte3184]

Im confused, 7 days ago you been telling that you are not reaching for squaline cleanseer from Ordinary and looking for better PH balance. In todays video you are loving it 🙄

[@MadAboutSkin]

I think that's a fair point.. Its a good cleanser and the best with squalane.. I personally still go for a PH balanced one but it doesn't mean this is not a great one.. Sending you lots of love xxxx

[@rachelwhite1702]

That’s what I love about this channel though - he gives recommendations for good products even if they’re ones he personally doesn’t use regularly as they might suit someone else. I don’t want to speak for Rob but I took the video the other day to mean he doesn’t tend to reach for the ordinary cleanser over other cleansers these days, not that he now considers it a bad product! ☺️

[@rosemary5005]

💗🦈💗2:10 💗 Lots of love and support! ✨Happy new year! 🥂💫✨

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy New Year hun and wishing you the most amazing start to 2022... love you xxxxx

[@rosemary5005]

@@MadAboutSkin I wish you the absolute best 2022 !! I’m so grateful that I found your channel 🙏😌💗 I think it’s the best skincare channel on KZbin, it’s honest and relatable and you are very likeable too! 💗 Thank you so much for being you. 🙏💗😻 Love and hugs!

[@cherylreitz4779]

Squalane first time I saw that word on skincare I thought it had to do with squids lol

[@MadAboutSkin]

Haha I am glad I am not the only one as thats what I thought of when I first heard it lol.. Love you and Happy new Year xxxxx

[@Lea-wn9uf]

Hey, I've heard that benzoyl peroxide can age your skin. Is there something I can use to help against that? It should be ok to acne prone skin...

[@profesraelise]

Is it beneficial to use sealane as a stand alone product?

[@amwar01]

build a skincare routine using one brand series

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for this suggestion hun and I would be happy to film it.. Sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@cynthiavaldez1182]

Thank you

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thanks for watching.. Love you xxxx

[@swineinny1]

Speaking for those of us who consistently break out from anything with Squalane in it - EEK NO! 😀😀

[@threatlevelmidnight3588]

🎉🎀🎏

[@PhreeSoul]

I think you are using the terminology wrong. Lipids are oils, and oils don’t hydrate. Hydration means adding water to the skin, so you hydrate with water, water gels and water-loving ingredients like hyauluronic acid. Lipids lock in the hydration, ie they moisturize, so when talking about lipids (oils) the correct term is moisturize. Love, skin care nerd 🤓

[@jackkimmerling4027]

Dryness comes from lack of oil, dehydration comes from water.

[@bbsail]

Lipids are a family so they can be simple or complex and not just only oils. The sub category of glycerides can have oils in them but also triglycerides. Cholesterol, cephalins, etc are also lipids

[@PhreeSoul]

So, lipids moisturize. Water hydrates. (Hydro = literally means water)