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100% Plant-Derived Squalane for Skin & Hair Hydration

The Ordinary

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Highlights

  • Good for: Dryness
  • Best for: Combination skin
  • Best for: Normal skin

Details & care

What it is: A fast-absorbing, oil-like hydrating serum featuring 100% squalane, a saturated and stable hydrocarbon found naturally in the skin.

Who it's for: Ideal for all skin types.

What it does: Plant-derived squalane hydrates your skin while supporting its natural moisture barrier. Squalane is an exceptional hydrator found naturally in the skin, and this formula uses 100% plant-derived squalane derived from sugar cane for a noncomedogenic solution that enhances surface-level hydration. It can also be used in hair to increase heat protection, add shine and reduce breakage.

How to use: Apply a few drops of the serum to the face once daily or as needed. If irritation occurs, rinse off, cease use and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised.

  • 1 oz.
  • Paraben-free; phthalate-free; silicone-free; sulfate-free
  • Made in Canada
  • Item #5982024
  • Core Product ID 333335RA7B

Ingredients

Squalane.
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging

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The Ordinary

The Ordinary is democratizing skin care by bringing well-known active ingredients to market at sensible price points. All products are made in the brand's lab, tested on humans (The Ordinary is vegan and cruelty-free) and use ingredients at their highest quality and most effective concentrations. The Ordinary is Clinical Formulations with Integrity.

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(521)5214.6 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

Aug 4, 2025

LOVE THE ORDINARY

Squalane is my go to oil for my sensitive skin. For example, after doing facial masks my skin can look a little red and I find the Ordinary Squalane takes away redness and is calming. It also helps with making my face look better after using tretinoin cream. I even use it on my hands when they need a little extra care.
MB F
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Most helpful critical review

Dec 2, 2025

Greasy

I have dry skin and it made my skin gross and greasy. Do not recommend. Felt like I slid a pizza across my face.
Kayla
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Hi there! Thanks so much for sharing your experience with 100% Plant-Derived Squalane. We're sorry to hear the product made your skin feel greasy and uncomfortable. We'd love a chance to chat through your skin type and concerns in more detail to suggest an alternative, if you wish. Please feel free to reach out to our Product Experts via our Contact Page: www.theordinary.com/contact

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Aug 4, 2025

LOVE THE ORDINARY

Squalane is my go to oil for my sensitive skin. For example, after doing facial masks my skin can look a little red and I find the Ordinary Squalane takes away redness and is calming. It also helps with making my face look better after using tretinoin cream. I even use it on my hands when they need a little extra care.
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MB F
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Apr 4, 2024

A little goes a long way!

Two drops of this will be enough to make your face feel renewed. I put it on after washing my face in the morning, then get dressed for the day and let it do it's work. Then I do my makeup and my face feels soft and enriched all day!
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SHARIWE
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Oct 31, 2026

Instant help for dry hands and nails

I use this on my hands when nails, cuticles and skin are very dry. It feels so good. My husband loves it too. It provides instant comfort and moisture. I have some much more expensive creams and lotions, but they don’t work as well as this does.
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Susan
Oct 20, 2026

Excellent for dry skin

I have been using this daily before moisturiser for several years. It makes an enormous difference to my dry skin which instantly more comfortable
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Lina
Aug 12, 2026

A few drops is all it takes

Soothing, no fragrance, and a few drops is all it takes. Started this week and will see how it goes, but so far no irritation and FEELS SO GOOD on my dry, rosacea-prone skin.
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Katiebug
July 18, 2026

Drops of glowy, dewy dream fluid

I've been blown away by this Squalane! In just under a week, my skin is more dewy, and the texture is improving. And my skin tone looks more even. I'm so impressed, I'm here for more and am ordering other products to try. I can't wait for my order.
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BrendyLou
July 6, 2026

Great for skin barrier support

I haven’t used this on my hair, but it’s doing a great job moisturizing my skin
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Sharon3
June 27, 2026

the only hydrating oil that my skin accepts

I am using it for over 10 years, and it turned out to be the only hydrating oil that my skin accepts without getting a reaction. It doublet in price from where I started, but it is still worth it.
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lana-kolo
June 3, 2026

Really good but needs to be bigger

This is so good! My only issue is it doesn’t come in bigger bottles.
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Daniel
May 26, 2026

Great for face and hair

A light and pleasant plant derived oil
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Vouet
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Apr 21, 2026

The staple for dry sensitive skin

My dry sensitive skin loves it - I use amino+b5, argireline, matrixyl, soothing & barrier support, sealed with NMF Beta glucan mixed with 1-2 drops of 100% squalane. My skin becomes hydrated and glowing
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TCM
Apr 9, 2026

Mixes well with creams

I like to add this to boost hydration power in my normal face creams during dry months. It is a pretty neutral oil that easily absorbs which is good for sensitive and reactive skin like mine. The price is pretty good. It's not luxury but auxiliary and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. :)
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