Explain Squalane

Silicones give slip and a smooth finish. On a label they end in methicone, siloxane or silanol: Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Amodimethicone.

Yes, Explain Squalane is silicone-free. No silicones in the list. We checked every name ending in methicone, siloxane or silanol.

This is not a safety warning. It is a label fact, useful if you avoid this group on purpose.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Squalane, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Aqua, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Sclerotium Gum, Opuntia Ficus-indica Stem Extract.

Highlighted names triggered a “No” on one of the six checks. Underlined names open the ingredient dictionary. Source list as recorded on Open Beauty Facts.