What it is
Vegetable squalane is naturally obtained from plants, while a similar sounding, but different agent, squalene, is derived from shark liver. Squalane is a moisturising ingredient used in skin and hair care applications.
Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below
Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.
Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines)
| European Union – CIR | Safe to use, as per current practice |
| European Union – SCCS | Data unavailable |
| US FDA | Data unavailable |
| ASEAN guidelines | Data unavailable |
Safety in special situations
PregnancyNot listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data
Nursing MothersNot listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data
Babies under 2 yearsNot listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data
Children under 12 yearsNot listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data
Cancer freeNot listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data
Environmental and Ecological Concerns
Vegan
Biodegradable
Ecotoxicity
Natural/Synthetic
Note
- You may need to look at the exact product claim to know if a vegan version was used.
Attributes
ComedogenicityRated 0 — does not cause occlusion
Acne prone skinSafe for use
Sensitive skinSafe for use
Conclusion Squalane is safe as per the current practice of use.
References
- https://online.personalcarecouncil.org
- https://european-union.europa.eu
Disclaimer
The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®'s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in