Guide de soins de la peau au Squalane

Skincare newbies and well-vetted specialists alike may not know exactly what squalane is. Let's break down this key skincare ingredient. Squalane is an oil and emollient ingredient in nature. This natural ingredient is essentially a derivative (and functions in the same capacity) of squalene, a lipid that we as humans naturally produce. Squalene in humans provides us with an abundance of benefits to skin, some of which include creating collagen and retaining moisture. Unfortunately, as most good things do over time, our levels of squalene in the body tend to be reduced. Squalane has been engineered as an ingredient to mimic the actions of squalene in our bodies, in order to retain moisture and hydration on our skin over time. Squalane is essentially our squalene supplement!

Now that you have your new squalane oil skincare products, how exactly should you go about implementing them into your daily skincare regimen? Don't fret - Kiehl's has got you covered. The first step in any skincare routine is a clean base: ensure you are cleansing your skin fully of any sebum, dirt or makeup residue before beginning with any skincare. Squalane oil should be used on a cleansed surface. Take your favourite full facial cleanser and ensure a clean base. Next, use one to two drops of squalane oil and rub gently into clean skin. If you are attempting to target a specific zone on your skin, focus on massaging the oil into that area. Ensure you are covering all the areas you would like to help. Squalane oil may be irritated if you make direct contact with sun exposure after applying; ensure you are applying a moisturizer with SPF or a high UV protectant sunscreen for the rest of your day!