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Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil for acne-prone skin

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Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil

High

  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A great choice for acne-prone skin; a few moisturizers fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Highly suitable for your combination skin, as squalane provides essential emollient action and tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate offers antioxidant benefits to help balance your skin.
  • The formula also addresses your acne and blemishes with tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, a form of Vitamin C, delivering antioxidant and brightening effects.
  • This product is safe for your acne-prone skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.

How to apply

  • Use your moisturizer twice a day in your AM and PM routines. Apply it daily to help keep breakouts under control.
  • Apply after your cleanser and toner, and make sure to use your SPF right after in the morning.
  • Gently spread a small amount of moisturizer over your face using soft motions. Let it absorb into the skin for a minute before getting dressed or applying makeup.
  • Apply on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra moisture. This keeps your combination skin balanced without feeling heavy.
  • Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your first use. Stop using if you feel any irritation.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 1.5k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, users with dry, combination, and dull skin frequently praise this oil for its lightweight, non-greasy texture that absorbs quickly to provide immediate hydration and a "dewy" glow. Many report smoother skin and improved radiance. Some users with sensitive or acne-prone skin experienced breakouts, and others noted issues with the packaging design.

Highlights

  • Hydrates, adds glow Mostly Mentioned
    • “fresh and hydrated”
    • “gives me the perfect glow”
    • “dewy soft skin”
    • “lit-from-within glow”
  • Lightweight, absorbs fast Mostly Mentioned
    • “lightweight and glides on my face”
    • “absorbs quickly without feeling greasy”
    • “sinks in fairly quickly”
    • “non-greasy oil”
  • Pleasant rose scent Often Mentioned
    • “subtle rose scent”
    • “smells heavenly”
    • “light floral scent”
    • “luxurious”
  • Expensive product Often Mentioned
    • “steep price point”
    • “expensive for just squalane”
    • “small bottle size”
    • “expecting better for the price”
  • Improves skin texture Sometimes Noted
    • “skin feels smoother”
    • “soft supple feel”
    • “skin firmness is improved”
    • “baby's-butt smooth”
  • Works with makeup Sometimes Noted
    • “works perfectly as a makeup base”
    • “mix a drop into foundation”
    • “makeup goes on so much smoother”
    • “thinned out my foundation”
  • Packaging dropper issues Sometimes Noted
    • “dropper has broken every single time”
    • “wish the company would redesign it”
    • “dropper broke”
    • “packaging issues”
  • Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “broke me out very badly”
    • “caused acne”
    • “irritating ingredients”
    • “reaction on my face”
  • Disliked scent Rarely Noted
    • “smell is too strong”
    • “dislike rose”
    • “scent lingers too long”
  • No visible results Rarely Noted
    • “no difference”
    • “sits on top of skin”
    • “average”
    • “didn't see brightening effects”

Sources: lovi.care, influencer.com, sephora.com, biossance.com, artistrybeautyblog.com, themomedit.com, and more

Questions and answers

What makes Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil a great fit for acne-prone skin?

Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil is a great fit for your acne-prone skin because squalane softens while tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate helps balance and brighten your complexion. The formula is safe for your skin type and is unlikely to cause irritation since it lacks harsh ingredients.

European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2017

Which ingredients make this treatment a good fit for acne-prone skin?

Squalane and tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate make this treatment a great fit by providing balancing moisture and antioxidants that help clear acne and blemishes without causing irritation. These ingredients work well together to soothe your skin and improve tone.

European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

What does Squalane do for acne-prone skin?

Squalane may help keep acne-prone skin soft and smooth, but peroxidated forms can trigger inflammation in skin cells. For a better fit on acne-prone skin, products need non-clogging, soothing ingredients that balance oil without causing irritation.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2006

What does Vitamin C do for acne-prone skin?

Vitamin C helps brighten skin, smooth out uneven tones, and fade dark spots left behind by breakouts. It is also packed with antioxidants that may help protect acne-prone skin from everyday environmental stress.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2024

Where does this treatment go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?

This treatment goes in your evening routine after cleansing and toning, followed by your moisturizer. Putting it in the evening keeps things simple and helps avoid any extra sun sensitivity.

Can I use this treatment with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this treatment with retinol by applying it after your retinol step in your evening routine, as this helps keep your skin soft and balanced. This product is unlikely to cause irritation for your acne-prone skin, though you should introduce it slowly alongside retinoids to monitor how your skin feels.

How often should I use this treatment?

You can use this treatment in the evening as part of your routine. It is a great fit for your acne-prone skin, as squalane keeps your skin soft and tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate helps brighten blemishes without causing irritation.

Can this treatment clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?

This treatment is a great fit for your acne-prone skin and is unlikely to cause breakouts since it lacks harsh ingredients. It helps balance your skin while keeping it smooth, though a small number of users have reported issues.

Can I use this treatment around the eyes or on my body?

You can use this moisturizing treatment on your body and around your eyes, as its gentle formula is safe and well-tolerated by delicate areas. The skin around the eyes is very thin, yet this product is unlikely to cause irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

What the research says

  • Topical formulations containing ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, coenzyme Q10, green tea polyphenols, and resveratrol reduced the release of inflammatory cytokines and attenuated inflammatory signs compared to untreated skin and vehicle in 25 Japanese volunteers exposed to sodium dodecyl sulfate.

    European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2017

  • A topical serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract improved skin color, elasticity, radiance, smoothness, scaliness, and wrinkles compared to the untreated contralateral side in fifty female volunteers.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

  • A 3-in-1 anti-aging topical night serum-in-oil applied once daily decreased wrinkles by 11%, increased skin firmness by 8%, reduced redness by 70%, and improved overall skin quality and complexion in 103 female subjects over 28 to 84 days compared to baseline.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019

  • Squalane at 0.005-0.015% counteracts UVA-induced oxidative stress, inflammation, and collagen metabolism inhibition while stimulating fibroblast migration in human dermal fibroblasts.

    Molecules, 2025

  • Plant-derived squalane protected human dermal fibroblasts against UVA-induced damage by counteracting ROS formation, suppressing apoptosis-related proteins p53, caspase-3, caspase-9, and PARP, and restoring the pro-survival p-Akt/mTOR pathway.

    Antioxidants, 2025

  • Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2003

  • Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.

    Journal of Periodontology, 2009

  • Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

  • An emulgel containing 20% green tea extract and 5% rose oil provided good hydrating properties and effectiveness on the skin barrier function in ten female subjects.

    Acta Pharmaceutica, 2013

  • Topical application of Taif rose oil nanoemulsion ameliorated UVB-induced oxidative damage and skin photoaging in rats by modulating antioxidant enzymes, inflammatory markers, MMP-9, and MAPK signaling pathways.

    ACS Omega, 2023

  • Treatment with polyphenol-enriched fractions RF20-(SP-207) and F(IV) significantly decreased the expression and cellular protein secretion of pro-inflammatory biomarkers IL-1β, IL-6, IL-8, RANTES, and MCP-1 in HaCaT keratinocytes under both stimulated and non-stimulated conditions.

    Fitoterapia, 2016

Ingredients

Squalane, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Pistacia Lentiscus Gum, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Geraniol, Citronellol

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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