• A gentle, hydrating cleanser
• Features squalane, known for hydration & anti-inflammatory capabilities
• Removes makeup and stubborn build up
• Leaves the skin feeling comfortable, never tight
• Softens and hydrate

Ideal for skin types that are more difficult to find the right cleanser for, including for those prone to redness, dehydration, and even oily skin types that would benefit from oil cleansing, but do not enjoy the texture. Squalane Cleanser efficiently dissolves makeup and other impurities while leaving the complexion smooth and moisturised. Designed to be gentle enough for daily use, this balm-like formula changes to a clear oil-like texture when warmed by the palms, allowing the squalene to trap and remove dirt for clean, clog-free pores.

Step-by-Step Application Method

Proper technique maximizes this cleanser’s effectiveness while ensuring comfortable results. Follow this precise method:

1. Start with completely dry hands and face: Unlike most cleansers, this works best on dry skin because the oil-to-oil dissolution happens most efficiently without water interference.
2. Dispense a small amount: A pea-to-dime-sized portion suffices for most people. The product spreads easily, so starting conservatively prevents waste.
3. Warm between palms: Rub your hands together briefly to soften the balm texture, making it easier to distribute evenly.
4. Massage onto face using circular motions: Spend 30-60 seconds working the product across all areas, focusing on makeup-heavy zones like eyes and lips. The texture will transform from balm to silky oil as it warms and dissolves impurities.
5. Add lukewarm water gradually: Wet your fingertips and continue massaging. The formula will emulsify into a milky consistency, which signals that it’s ready to rinse.
6. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water: Ensure all traces wash away. You can use a soft cloth dampened with warm water for extra thorough removal.
7. Pat dry and continue your routine: Follow with a second cleanse if practicing double cleansing, or proceed directly to toners and serums.

Is squalane and squalene the same thing?

The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser, as the name suggests, features squalane, not squalene. Squalene is the precursor to squalane – both are produced by the body, but squalane is the smaller molecule of the two. Squalene gets turned into squalane by the body, and is derived from olive oil.

Squalane is similar to what our body produces naturally, and so helps to balance the skin and protect the skin barrier. It doesn’t irritate the skin, and also has a softening, anti-ageing effect by enhancing the skin’s elasticity.

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