| Hyaluronic Acid | Squalane | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Key active | Support / formulation |
| What it is | Humectant / hydrating agent | Emollient / occlusive moisturizer |
| Flags | Fungal-acne safe · Comedogenic 0/5 | Fungal-acne safe · Comedogenic 1/5 |
Hyaluronic acid is a glycosaminoglycan that attracts and binds water to the skin, helping to maintain hydration and improve the appearance of plumpness and smoothness. It is widely used in moisturizers and serums and is generally well tolerated across skin types.
Squalane is a saturated, stable hydrocarbon derived from squalene (sourced from plants like olives or sugarcane, or shark liver) used as a lightweight emollient that softens skin and reinforces the skin barrier by reducing transepidermal water loss. It is well tolerated, non-comedogenic for most users, and serves as a base or carrier ingredient rather than a therapeutic active.
General educational information for Indian skin, compiled from published dermatology literature and structured ingredient data. Not medical advice or a diagnosis.