Hemisqualane

Hemisqualane (Sugarcane Derived) | Lightweight Silicone Alternative

Silky, weightless conditioning for modern skincare and haircare formulations.

Experience the silky, weightless elegance of Hemisqualane, a sugarcane-derived emollient that brings exceptional slip, spreadability, and a smooth, non-greasy finish to skincare and haircare formulations. Known for its remarkably light texture, Hemisqualane offers a plant-derived alternative to traditional silicone emollients, delivering a luxurious sensory experience without the heavy or oily feel.

Unlike many conventional botanical oils, Hemisqualane is composed of saturated hydrocarbons that provide excellent oxidative stability and a refined, dry-touch finish. It helps soften and condition skin while enhancing hair smoothness, shine, and manageability.

Whether you're developing a minimalist facial oil, a lightweight moisturizer, or a silicone-free hair serum, Hemisqualane offers the versatility to create elegant formulations with a beautifully silky feel.

Key Benefits

• Lightweight & Non-Greasy: Delivers a silky, dry-touch finish without a heavy or oily residue.

• Enhanced Spreadability: Improves glide and application for smoother, more elegant formulations.

• Skin Conditioning: Helps soften and smooth skin while providing a comfortable, conditioned feel.

• Hair Softness & Shine: Enhances smoothness, manageability, and the appearance of shine without weighing hair down.

• Silicone Alternative: Provides silicone-like slip and sensory properties in plant-derived formulations.

• Excellent Oxidative Stability: Its saturated hydrocarbon structure makes it resistant to oxidation compared with many unsaturated botanical oils.

• Versatile Formulation Ingredient: Suitable for a wide range of skincare, haircare, and cosmetic applications.

Product Specifications

INCI Name: C13-15 Alkane
Source: Sugarcane Derived
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Solubility: Oil-soluble; insoluble in water
Ingredient Type: Lightweight emollient and skin-conditioning agent
Common Usage Rate: 1–100%, depending on the formulation and intended application. Confirm suitability through formulation testing.

Common Applications

• Lightweight facial oils and serums

• Moisturizers, lotions, and creams

• Silicone-free hair serums and anti-frizz treatments

• Beard oils and grooming products

• Dry-touch body oils and massage blends

• Cleansing oils and makeup removers

• Lip care and color cosmetics

Formulation Guidelines

Incorporation: Add Hemisqualane to the oil phase of cosmetic formulations. It can also be incorporated into anhydrous products or properly emulsified water-based formulations.

Texture & Sensory Properties: Use to reduce the heavy or greasy feel of richer botanical oils and create a lighter, silkier finish.

Compatibility: Blends with many cosmetic oils, esters, and other compatible oil-phase ingredients. Water-soluble ingredients require an appropriate formulation system.

Formulation Considerations: Evaluate the finished product for stability, viscosity, sensory performance, and packaging compatibility, particularly when using higher concentrations.

Pairs Well With

• Jojoba Oil: For balanced, lightweight facial oils and serums.

• Rosehip Seed Oil: For botanical facial blends with a lighter, smoother finish.

• Argan Oil: For silky hair serums and conditioning treatments.

• Meadowfoam Seed Oil: For smooth, elegant oil-based formulations.

• Bakuchiol: For sophisticated facial oils and targeted skincare.

• Coenzyme Q10: For antioxidant-focused oil-based formulations.

• Vitamin E: For antioxidant support in botanical oil blends.

Storage & Safety

Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Use clean, dry utensils when handling to minimize contamination.

For cosmetic formulation and external use only. Finished formulations should undergo appropriate stability, compatibility, and safety testing before commercial distribution.

Packaging Notice: Hemisqualane is packaged in premium amber glass bottles to support proper storage and handling. Product photographs may feature decorative glassware for presentation purposes. Actual packaging may vary depending on the size ordered.

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