Why We Put Plant-Based Squalane Into Sokörpe’s Emulsions
Shark livers contain an oil, known as Squalene, that is highly regarded for its moisturizing and restorative properties. Squalene (and its derivative, squalane) increase the spreadability and absorption of creams and lotions. It’s proven ability to prevent moisture loss, restore fine lines, and help in the prevention of wrinkles makes it a highly sought- after ingredient, especially for high-end facial cosmetics. 3 million sharks are killed every year just to get the squalene from their livers.
Squalane is also found naturally in your skin’s lipids; it’s recognized by the body when it touches the surface of your complexion and therefore absorbs directly into your skin.
At Sokörpe we make Squalane from olive plants through hydrolyzation; through the process it goes from an unsaturated lipid to a saturated lipid and becomes this super-hydrating and skin-protecting ingredient.
If Squalene was not hydrolyzed, it would oxidize when exposed to air and no longer have its benefits. In other words, Squalane is a more shelf-stable and effective version of Squalene.
Some dubious sources suggest that squalane may be bad for anyone with acne-prone skin, but we stand firm to dispel that myth created by companies and magazines that want to sell you chemical-laden products — squalane is great for all skin types.
Squalane is derived from olive oil, but it’s not an oil at all. Squalane is a special molecule, completely different to triglycerides. It is similar to squalene, which occurs naturally in the sebum our skin produces.
