AccessCARE Phyto Squalane

Bioactive Water-Soluble Squalane for Lightweight Hydration and Barrier Repair

INCI Name: Glycerine, Squalane, Aqua, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, 1,2-Hexandiol

AccessCARE Phyto Squalane is an innovative, water-soluble delivery system for plant-derived squalane, a biomimetic lipid essential for skin health. This advanced active provides the powerful emollient and barrier-repair benefits of squalane in a lightweight, non-greasy format, making it exceptionally easy to incorporate into aqueous serums, toners, and emulsions. It enhances skin hydration, improves elasticity, and restores suppleness without the formulation challenges of a pure oil.

Solubility Notes:

Water-soluble. Add to the water phase of your formulation or during the cool-down phase below 40°C.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Hydrating Face Serums

Creates silky, lightweight serums that deliver deep, non-greasy moisture and improve skin texture.
Lightweight Moisturizers & Lotions

Provides excellent emollient properties to daily-use lotions for face and body, leaving skin soft and smooth.
Barrier Repair Creams

Reinforces the skin’s natural lipid barrier, preventing moisture loss and protecting against environmental stressors.
Hydrating Toners & Mists

Easily incorporates into water-based toners and facial mists to add a touch of conditioning and barrier support.
Leave-in Hair Conditioners

Adds shine, reduces frizz, and improves manageability in lightweight hair serums and conditioning sprays.
Foundation & Cream Cosmetics

Improves the spreadability and feel of color cosmetics, providing a smooth, hydrated finish.

Performance & Formulation Insights for AccessCARE Phyto Squalane

How Water-Soluble Squalane Works

Squalane is a hydrogenated, highly stable form of squalene, a natural lipid produced by human sebaceous glands that is essential for maintaining the skin’s barrier function. As a biomimetic ingredient, it is readily recognized by the skin, providing exceptional moisturization and helping to prevent transepidermal water loss (TEWL). AccessCARE Phyto Squalane utilizes a sophisticated micro-emulsion technology to render this oil-based active completely water-soluble. This enables formulators to seamlessly deliver squalane’s nourishing, softening, and barrier-restoring benefits in water-based products without compromising an elegant, lightweight skin feel.

Formulation Guidelines

AccessCARE Phyto Squalane is a versatile liquid active designed for effortless integration. It can be added directly to the water phase or incorporated during the cool-down phase below 40°C. It remains stable across a broad pH range (4.0–7.0), making it compatible with most cosmetic systems. This active works synergistically with humectants like hyaluronic acid, vitamins such as niacinamide, and botanical extracts to create comprehensive, high-performance skincare. The recommended usage level is 2–10%, depending on the desired emollience and skin feel.

Key Formulation Benefits

Lightweight, Non-Greasy Moisturization: Delivers the emollient benefits of squalane without oily residue—ideal for all skin types, including oily and combination skin.
Enhanced Skin Barrier Function: Replenishes skin-identical lipids to support barrier repair, reduce sensitivity, and prevent dehydration.
Improves Elasticity and Suppleness: Helps restore the lipidic structure for visibly softer, smoother, and more flexible skin.
Effortless Formulation: Water-soluble liquid simplifies development—no complex emulsification steps required for aqueous formats.
Plant-Derived & Sustainable: Sourced from botanical origins for a high-purity, cruelty-free, and responsible alternative to traditional sources.
Versatile Application: Suitable for facial skincare, body care, hair care, and color cosmetics to enhance feel and performance.

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Benefits	Barrier Repair, Deep Hydration, Hair & Scalp Care, Hair Repair, Moisturizing & Hydration
INCI Name	Glycerine, Squalane, Aqua, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, 1,2-Hexandiol
Usage Rate	2%-10%
Active Type	Botanical Extracts & Phytoactives, Other Botanical Extracts
Solubility	Water-Soluble
Application Area	Body, Face, Hair
Physical Form	Liquid/Solution
Certifications	Cruelty-Free, Non-GMO, Vegan

Frequently Asked Questions About AccessCARE Phyto Squalane

The primary advantage is formulation flexibility. It allows you to add the powerful emollient and barrier-repair benefits of squalane to fully water-based products like toners, essences, and serums without a traditional emulsifier system.

Yes. Squalane is non-comedogenic and lightweight. This water-soluble version provides hydration and helps balance sebum without a heavy or greasy feel, making it ideal for oily and combination skin types.

Use 2–10%. Choose 2–5% for toners and lightweight serums, and 5–10% for more intensive moisturizers and barrier-repair creams.

Absolutely. Add to shampoos, conditioners, and leave-in treatments to increase shine, reduce frizz, and improve manageability and elasticity without weight.

“Phyto” indicates plant-derived sources (e.g., olives or sugarcane). It’s a sustainable, ethical alternative to historical shark-derived sources and is chemically identical to the squalane molecule found in human skin.

Add to the water phase, or for heated processes, during cool-down below 40°C to preserve the integrity of the delivery system.

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