Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil for dry skin
Squalane
Ascorbic Acid
Rose Oil
Pistacia Lentiscus Gum- Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Superior
- HighDry Skin Fit
- SuperiorEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
One of the best moisturizers for dry skin.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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
- Excellent for your dry skin as squalane and caprylic capric triglyceride provide emollient action and barrier repair, while tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate offers potent antioxidant protection and brightening for dry or flaky skin.
- The inclusion of rose extract further enhances soothing benefits, complementing the deep hydration and antioxidant support for your skin.
- This formula is safe for your skin, containing no harsh ingredients and featuring soothing components like squalane and rose extract.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and work your way up to daily use.
- Apply your moisturizer after your toner and before your sunscreen in the morning. At night, use it as the final step after your serum.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin. Avoid rubbing to keep your dry skin happy.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra hydration. This is great for soothing dry and flaky areas .
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a patch test before your first use .
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 1.5k+ reviewsBased 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 one of the best fits for dry skin?
This oil is a great fit for dry skin because squalane and caprylic capric triglyceride smooth rough patches and repair your skin barrier, while vitamin C brightens and protects. Rose extract and other gentle ingredients also help calm dry skin without any harsh side effects.
Which ingredients make this treatment a good fit for dry skin?
Squalane and caprylic capric triglyceride make this a great fit because they soften dry skin and repair its outer barrier. Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate adds brightening antioxidant protection, while rose extract helps soothe flaky areas.
What does Squalane do for dry skin?
Squalane helps keep dry skin soft and smooth by acting as a hydrating agent that locks in moisture and prevents water loss. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may protect the skin from damage while improving overall hydration.
Advances in Food and Nutrition Research, 2012Molecules, 2009
What does Vitamin C do for dry skin?
Vitamin C helps dry skin by boosting moisture and keeping the surface smooth and soft. It may also improve skin hydration and support the outer protective barrier over time.
Skin Research and Technology, 2008Experimental Dermatology, 2008
Where does this treatment go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine for dry skin, applied after cleansing and before moisturizing. Putting treatments in the evening provides extra safety around sun exposure, and this formula is very well suited to calm and deeply hydrate dry skin.
Can I use this treatment with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment with retinol by applying the treatment after your retinol to help keep your skin soft and calm. This formula is safe for your skin and helps soothe dryness while you use active ingredients like retinol.
How often should I use this treatment?
You can use this treatment in your evening routine, applying it after cleansing and before your moisturizer. Using it daily helps keep dry skin deeply hydrated and bright while supporting your skin barrier.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can this treatment clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This treatment is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry skin as it contains no harsh ingredients and features soothing components like squalane and rose extract, though reviewer complaints show that breakouts are possible for some people.
Can I use this treatment around the eyes or on my body?
This oil is gentle enough to use around your eyes and on your body, as its soothing ingredients and gentle safety profile help protect and comfort delicate areas without irritation. Clinical studies support using similar vitamin C treatments around the eyes to help smooth fine lines and improve skin texture.
European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2014Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
What the research says
Topical application of an emollient emulsion containing 15.0% caprylic/capric triglyceride doubled the amount of urocanic acid isomers and increased skin hydration with reduced transepidermal water loss in healthy subjects, though it did not prevent ultraviolet-induced urocanic acid isomerization.
Life, 2023An 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, 2013Topical application of a vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate significantly increased epidermal thickness, type III collagen production, and glycosaminoglycans production in human skin explants compared to free vitamin C and vitamin C-palmitate.
Scientific Reports, 2020Squalane at 0.005-0.015% counteracts UVA-induced oxidative stress, inflammation, and collagen metabolism inhibition while stimulating fibroblast migration in human dermal fibroblasts.
Molecules, 2025Plant-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, 2025Topical 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, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical 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, 2022Topical 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, 2023Treatment 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, 2016A peel-off facial mask containing curcumin, Rosa Damascena extract, and 10% polyvinyl alcohol demonstrates effective antibacterial activity against Propionibacterium acnes while maintaining safe physical application properties.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
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.
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