The Science of Squalane: Your Skin's Not-So-Secret Admirer
Let's be honest - when your skin feels like it's auditioning for a role in "Desert Landscapes of North America," you need something that works. Say hello to squalane, the hydration hero your skin will absolutely love - especially when it's featured in Cult of Reason's Shield Skin Nutrition face oil.
Squalane: The Biology Behind the Beauty
Your body produces squalene (with an "e") naturally as part of your skin's oil production team. Sadly, squalene production starts declining in your 20s. Fast forward to peri-menopause when the squalene has officially left the building -- not cute.
Here's where science steps in: natural squalene is about as stable as a house of cards in a wind tunnel. Shield's formulation uses squalane (with an "a") from plant dervied sources, like the olive plant - the stable, hydrogenated version that delivers all the skin barrier repair benefits without throwing in the towel at the first sign of oxygen.
Why Dermatologists and Estheticians Have a Crush on Squalane
Squalane is an emollient that works remarkably well because:
- It moisturizes deeply without leaving your face looking like a glazed donut
- It calms irritated skin (for when you just had your microdermabrasion treatment)
- It perfectly mimics your skin's natural sebum, maintaining moisture levels and oil balance like a pro
- It fights free radicals, essentially telling environmental damage "not today, thank you"
Why Cult of Reason's Shield Deserves the Spotlight on Your Shelf
Cult of Reason didn't just throw squalane into a bottle and call it a day. Our Shield formula pairs it with bakuchiol (nature's answer to retinol, minus the irritation) creating a dynamic duo that energizes your skin while building a fortress against environmental villains.
With antioxidant-rich Cloudberry Seed and Rosehip Oil in the mix, Shield neutralizes free radicals while bakuchiol encourages your skin cells to speed up the turnover rate. The result? Better tone and texture without the drama.
The best part? Users report seeing and feeling a noticeable glow boost overnight.
Ready to give your skin what it's been subtly hinting at? Check out Cult of Reason's Shield at cultofreasonskin.com and join the ranks of people whose skin is finally getting the hydration equivalent of a standing ovation.