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There are countless moisturizers and emollients on the market, but squalene is an increasingly popular skin care ingredient. As we age, the amount of squalane (lipid molecules that make the skin soft and supple) in our body begins to decrease (by the way, we also get hyaluronic acid), which can deprive our skin of its oiliness. Just as we can add hyaluronic acid to our skin with topical products, we can also add squalene. Biossance, a plant-based squalane skincare brand, is committed to creating products that do just that, and one of its products is the popular Rose Squalene & Vitamin C Oil.
The oil has attracted celebs, including the ever-glow Kate Hudson, who once proudly applied Biossance oil during a skin care routine she featured on her Instagram story.
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Applying this oil is a sensual pleasure, especially since it smells like freshly cut roses. It's also pleasing to the eye, packaged in a peony bottle with a matte gold cap, so it can stay in the cupboard. Of course, it's what's inside that really counts, and in this case, it's a trio of proven skincare ingredients, expertly blended to improve skin tone and texture over time, providing smoothness and instant glow.
Along with skin-softening squalane, this facial oil combines the properties of vitamin C and rosehip oil to brighten and soothe skin, respectively. As with any anti-hyperpigmentation product, a visible glow is achieved after a few weeks of use. Baby soft skin, right? Instant reward.
According to one 60-year-old customer, Biossance Face Oil "transforms dull, sensitive, sun-damaged skin and leaves it dewy." Similar sentiments are shared by other reviewers, especially when it comes to the oil's ability to smooth the skin. According to one customer, "[It] helps makeup go on smoothly and moisturizes the skin."
I also find the Biossance oil to be a great canvas for makeup, although I was skeptical at first as facial oils often prove to be a breeding ground for peeling. However, squalane is similar to sebum. So breathe. Without closure, Biossance Rose Oil works wonderfully with other oils, SPF or cosmetics. In fact, my foundation glides on perfectly and shines with this oil without smudging or smudging. Under makeup, Biossance Oil is a great canvas; Worn over makeup, it's the world's most natural highlighter.
To all my oil-hating friends: Trust me, this will change your mind. Thanks to the squalane base, this oil feels incredibly light on the skin; So much so that I would recommend Biossance Rosehip Oil and Vitamin C to anyone. Within seconds of application (a drop or two is enough), the oil is absorbed into the skin, where it visibly blends with the skin's natural oils, giving it the most natural glow from within, without any greasy residue.
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