Biossance Squalane and Vitamin C Rose Oil
Works for
Anti-agingTetrahexyldecyl ascorbateWorks well
“skin appears younger-looking”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Evens skin toneTetrahexyldecyl ascorbateWorks well
“vitamin C is a potent brightener”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
MoisturizingSqualane, Caprylic/capric triglycerideWorks
“locks in much-needed moisture”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, squalane.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower extract, Geraniol + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
Just start using it and fell in love this oil is fantastic for my dry skin you only need a few drops and it absorbed very fast and leave my face hydrated all day and dewy for me best before my foundation
Ingredients
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Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~26–39%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateSqualane~6.5–9.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneSqualane~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.4–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePistacia lentiscus gum~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A tree rasin that could temporarily tighten the skin and might help regulate sebum production, but the research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Pistacia lentiscus gumRosa damascena flower extract~0.5–1.2%
Geraniol~0.15–0.6%
Citronellol~0.1–0.45%
Ingredient list view
Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Squalane, Unknown, Squalane, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Pistacia lentiscus gum, Rosa damascena flower extract, Geraniol, Citronellol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| BiossanceSqualane and Vitamin C Rose OilYOUR PRODUCT | SKKN by KimOil Drops | DarphinRenewing Pro-Vitamin C and E Oil Concentrate | INNBEAUTY PROJECTPro C Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 70% | 65% | 63% |
| Price | $74.00 | — | $72.50−$1.50 | $64.00−$10.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Glycine Soja Oil | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Mastic liposome treatment for shiny and impure skinmibellebiochemistry.com
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