{"product_id":"sugar-squalane","title":"Essentially Natural Sugar Squalane","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n  Essentially Natural Sugar Squalane is a high-purity, fermentation-derived emollient with an exceptionally light, silky\n  skin feel. Made using bio-fermentation with corn-derived glucose as a key feedstock, it provides a modern, animal-free\n  source of squalane for face, body and formulation use. It spreads effortlessly over the skin, helping to soften,\n  smooth and support moisture retention without leaving the heavy feel associated with many richer oils. Its colourless,\n  virtually odourless finish makes it especially easy to use in facial oils, serums, moisturisers and minimalist\n  skincare.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  ♡ Why we love it: We choose to offer Sugar Squalane because it gives skincare an elegant, beautifully light finish\n  while delivering dependable emollience and softness. It is just as useful on its own as it is for lightening richer\n  oil blends, improving spread and giving creams, serums and facial oils a more refined skin feel.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eINCI Name: Squalane\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIngredient: Squalane\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Production Method: Biological fermentation using\n    \u003cem\u003eSaccharomyces cerevisiae\u003c\/em\u003e\n    , followed by purification and processing\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeedstock: Fermentation materials including corn-derived glucose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForm: Liquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColour: Colourless\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAroma: Odourless to very faint\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePurity: Greater than 98%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNatural Origin Index: 0.97 according to ISO 16128\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnimal-Origin Raw Materials: None\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-GMO Raw Materials: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFunction: Emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecommended Usage Range: 1-99%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable For: Facial oils, serums, creams, lotions, body oils and oil-based skincare\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Storage: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place away from strong light, heat and excessive\n    humidity\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat It's Used For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight facial oils and serums\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelping reduce moisture loss from dry or dehydrated-feeling skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupporting a softer, smoother and more supple skin feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMoisturisers and creams focused on skin barrier support\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproving the spread and elegance of oil-based skincare\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody oils with a light, non-heavy finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoftening the feel of richer botanical oil blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinimalist skincare routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdding slip and silkiness to cosmetic formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOil-based blends containing properly diluted essential oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Product Is For:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMost skin types, especially dry or dehydration-prone skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFacial oils and serums that need a light, silky finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinimalist skincare routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormulators wanting a virtually odourless emollient\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMakers looking for an animal-free source of squalane\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreams and lotions that need improved softness and spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOil blends that feel too rich or heavy on their own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Product Is Not For:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater-only formulations without a suitable emulsifying or solubilising system\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone specifically looking for a cold-pressed botanical carrier oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormulas requiring certified organic ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFood or internal use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAs a Face Oil: Apply a few drops to clean skin and massage gently over the face and neck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAs a Body Oil: Smooth a small amount over clean, slightly damp skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn Facial Oils: Use alone or combine with compatible botanical oils for a lighter, silkier finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn Serums: Add to oil-based serums or the oil phase of emulsified serums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn Creams and Lotions: Add to the oil phase at a level suited to the desired richness and skin feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    To Lighten Rich Oil Blends: Combine with heavier carrier oils to improve spread and reduce the perception of\n    greasiness.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWith Essential Oils: Use as part of a properly calculated topical essential oil blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTypical Formulation Range: Use at 1-99%, depending on the intended product and desired skin feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Processing Tip: Avoid prolonged exposure to high temperatures, strong light, strong acids, strong alkalis and strong\n    oxidising conditions.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSafety Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor external use only\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not ingest\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePatch test before first use, particularly on sensitive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvoid direct contact with eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRinse thoroughly with water if eye contact occurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiscontinue use if irritation develops\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWipe up spills promptly as oily surfaces can become slippery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore tightly closed away from excessive heat, strong light and humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: What makes Sugar Squalane different from a traditional carrier oil?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: Squalane has an exceptionally light, silky and refined skin feel. It spreads easily and is particularly useful when\n  you want emollience and softness without the heavier finish of many richer botanical oils.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Why is it called Sugar Squalane?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: This squalane is produced through biological fermentation using plant-derived sugar feedstocks, including glucose\n  derived from corn.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Is Sugar Squalane animal derived?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: No. It is produced without animal-origin raw materials.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Is it suitable for vegan formulations?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: Yes. Its production raw materials contain no components of animal origin.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Can Sugar Squalane be used directly on the skin?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: Yes. It can be used on its own as a lightweight face or body oil or incorporated into more complex skincare\n  formulations.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Can it help dry skin?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: Yes. Squalane helps support moisture retention and leaves dry or dehydrated-feeling skin softer, smoother and more\n  supple.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Can I blend it with other oils?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: Yes. It works particularly well for lightening richer botanical oil blends and improving their spread and\n  after-feel.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Is Sugar Squalane 100% natural?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: Its ISO 16128 natural-origin index is 0.97. 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