The Ordinary 100 Plant-Derived Squalane for Skin and Hair Lightweight Hydration and Moisture Barrier Support 1 Fl Oz

This product is fantastic. Honestly, it's better than fantastic. Could it be, dare I say, a Holy Grail? I have sensitive, acne prone, oily/combination skin with rosacea and I have SUCH a hard time finding a traditional moisturizer that isn't too heavy and doesn't break me out, but is also hydrating enough to keep my skin from drying out and getting flaky. A few months ago I was really struggling with yet another bout of congestion and irritation and I decided to forget "moisturizer" all together and focus in on maximizing my hydration levels with toners/serums. Immediately my skin starting looking calmer and clearer, but I would still end up feeling slightly dry and tight by the end of the day and in the morning when I woke up. Enter The Ordinary Squalane Oil. This stuff is amazing. I started mixing a couple drops of squalane in with a small amount of my favorite toner (Naturie Hatomugi Skin Conditioner) in my hands and gently pressing it into my skin it all over my face as the last step of my routine. Within like, 48 hours my tightness/dryness had completely disappeared. Seriously, I am not exaggerating. My skin felt so comfortable and just like, "normal". Not too oily or too dry or too suffocated, just healthy. Sometimes I'll pat an extra drop of the oil in around my more sensitive areas like my eyes and mouth if I want a little extra nourishment, but most of the time I don't feel like I even need it. The oil itself is really lightweight and not greasy feeling at all. Most oil type products sit on top of my skin and feel suffocating, but this one sinks right in. It feels almost like it's just a natural a part of my skin that's supposed to be there. And really, that "my skin but better" feeling makes so much sense because squalane is just a more stable, (and in this case) plant derived version of squalene (with an E) which is a naturally occurring lipid found in our skin. Anyway, I HIGHLY recommend this to anyone with sensitive and/or acne prone combination skin who is looking for lightweight, non-greasy facial oil with a natural, skin-like feel. Read more

Works great and keeps my skin y. I have used it for almost a month and i am happy. Leaves the skin soft Read more

My Dermatologist recommended for dry skin . It actually works. I've tried everything from Lancome, Estee Lauder, LaMer, La Prairie and more. This also works great under makeup and does not pill. I use Estee Lauder, and Lancome foundations and works great with both, no separating. My skin is sensitive and I did not have any side effects other than it hydrated my skin to look great. Will buy again. I use morning and night. Read more

Great way to introduce in my skin care routine. Not just for your face. Lightweight, great moisture added to skin. After a couple days use there is a glowing effect to your skin. Read more

It's hard for me to find skincare products that work for me and this one is one that I will keep ordering. I love how it's a light oil that my skin can absorb so my face doesn't look greasy all day lol. Works well with my other skincare products too. Read more

Love this as an extra moisturizer. Only need a little bit. If you use too much, you may irritate your skin. I made that mistake so just a dot or two. a lot of expensive brands use squalene for extra moisturizer and this is a great deal! Not much smell I’ve noticed. Skin feels moist and soft. great value for money. Doesn’t make my skin feel nasty or greasy. Read more

I've been using a retinoid so my skin is extra dry and flaky. I apply this over my moisturizer and it helps seal in moisture very well. I like that it's a much lighter viscosity than other skin oils like jojoba. Read more

Ive had too many reactions and clogged pores from face lotions and decided to give this a go. My skin is looking and feeling so much better and I recommend it to everyone I know! I have mild eczema and it cured the dry patches on my face that were insufferable itchy. Yay! Read more