Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream
Works for
MoisturizingCeramide np, Linoleic acid + 11 moreWorks well
“An ultra-moisturizing, #1 selling face cream with biomimetic ceramides and lipids to instantly hydrate and improve skin barrier moisture retention within 1 week.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, linoleic acid
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butter, TocopherolNot delivered
“Its luxurious whipped texture instantly absorbs for noticeably smooth, soft, and radiant skin with visible improvement in fine lines and wrinkles.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
User reviews
5 of 5 community members would buy it again.
It actually smells bad but it's worth it and the smell goes away quickly
I just start using this brand and I love it I have very dry and sensitive skin and this for me is so rich dewy and soothing I use it at night and keep my skin moist all night long love it skin feels so smooth
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~5.5–8.3%
- 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 triglycerideSqualane~3.9–5.8%
- 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 SqualaneGlycerin~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterSorbitan olivate~1.7–2.5%
Cetearyl olivate~1.4–2.2%
Cetearyl alcohol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCetyl palmitate~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateJojoba esters~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersEuterpe oleracea sterols~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSorbitan palmitate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation
More about Sorbitan palmitateCeramide np~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCarbomer~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerTocopherol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.55%
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.45%
Sodium gluconate~0.1–0.35%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLinoleic acid~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidOleic acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidLinolenic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidIngredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Squalane, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Sorbitan olivate, Cetearyl olivate, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetyl palmitate, Jojoba esters, Euterpe oleracea sterols, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan palmitate, Ceramide np, Carbomer, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium gluconate, Sodium hyaluronate, Linoleic acid, Oleic acid, Linolenic acid
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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 + Omega Repair CreamYOUR PRODUCT | It CosmeticsConfidence in a Cream Barrier Boost Skin Barrier Repair Moisturizer | I am ProudSecure the Barrier | Fig. 1Ceramide Refillable Moisturizer with Peptides and Hyaluronic Acid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 60% | 59% |
| Price | $60.00 | $49.00−$11.00 | — | $31.00−$29.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 7 of 9 | 6 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester | Niacinamide | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Biossance - Squalane + Omega Repair Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Biossance - Squalane + Omega Repair Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (glycerin and sodium hyaluronate) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Ceramide np, linoleic acid, ethyl linoleate, jojoba esters and linolenic acid in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 1.30% - 1.60%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
- Another helpful ingredient in this moisturizer is Linoleic Acid. It is one of the fatty acids naturally present in skin. It is part of the skin barrier. Preliminary research shows that it might be able to reduce clogged pores.
Irritation risk
This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
What our users say
Based on 1 review 100% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, the reviewer believes that it clogs pores.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Biossance" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 60.00$ up to 84.95$ in the United States, from 19.70CA$ up to 127.00CA$ in Canada, from 11.25£ up to 359.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 108.00A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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