Squalane Light

Squalane Light

Item No. ELL-SQUAL-02
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Description
Description
100% plant-based emollient (synonym: hemisqualane) derived from plant sugars (sugar cane) that is a perfect alternative for petroleum-based paraffins and silicone ingredients. It has a great sensorial profile providing unique qualities providing a very light and dry feel. Density 0.76, viscosity 3cps.
Benefits
  • NPA certified (The Natural Seal)
  • Creates elegant and light textures with a non-tacky, non-greasy and silky finish
  • High spreadability
  • Can be used as dispersing agent for crystalline UV filters like titanium dioxide or zinc oxide
  • Facilitates a smooth and even application for lipsticks and foundations
Use
Add to the oil phase of formulas, typical use level 1-60%. For external use only.
Applications
All kinds of skin care products, hair conditioners, lip balms, lip sticks, makeup.
CAS
3891-98-3 (or also 64741-76-0)
INCI
Hydrogenated farnesene or C13-15 alkane
composition
Hydrogenated farnesene or C13-15 alkane
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Light yellowish liquid, plain odor
Solubility
Soluble in vegetable oils, mineral oils, cosmetic solvents, insoluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
Brazil
Raw Material Source
Plant sugar (sugarcane)
Manufacture
Similar to squalane, squalane-light (or hemisqualane) is produced by fermentation of sugarcane using the non-pathogenic yeast Saccharomyces Cerevisiae. This fermentation results in farnesene. After removing the yeast, farnesene is then further dimerized and hydrogenated to the oily hydrocarbon hemisqualane. The molecule has half the length of squalane (only 13-15 carbons as compared to 30 carbons of squalane).
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
No data available
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
1515908002