A total of 21 reviews of this product on Reddit.
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I wasn’t sure if this would fit in product questions or diy, so I put it in misc.
Seriously though, I get that the brand is a lot of the price, but these are just pure ingredients. The brand didn’t do much other than create packaging with their brand on it.
You can get all of these, with more product, for less than $15 on amazon with just a quick search and hardly any effort.
Squalene, 2 fl oz (60 ml):
www.amazon.com/dp/B003MJG19K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_9UIBzbJZ2ASP5
Argan Oil, 4 fl oz (120 ml):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QVR0O6Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_FLIBzbJPQ620Q
Shea Butter, 7 oz:
www.amazon.com/dp/B000F4J8VI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_5KIBzbV2CPQG2
You can get them for even cheaper if you bought them from ingredient suppliers as well.
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I frequently forget to brush my hair or use conditioner. The best thing I’ve found to use is squalene oil. Take a shower and then after you get out put this in your hair. It makes brushing really easy. I have to warn you though it doesn’t soak in. After your hair drys it will look greasy. Will require a shower after all brushed out, which is annoying. https://www.amazon.com/Squalane-100-Pure-60-mL/dp/B003MJG19K/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Squalane+Oil&qid=1608503419&sr=8-3
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Sometimes, if the foundation I’m using is more drying. I don’t notice it affecting the wear time, but my skin is so dry that I never have a problem with base products not lasting on me, so I might not be the best judge of that.
Squalane oil is another one that’s really nice. It’s lighter and absorbs really quickly. It has a lovely, silky feel, and it mixes well with foundation. I got mine on Amazon for about $12 for 2 oz. It was this one.
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If you have a problem with oily hair, definitely try squal*ane, different than squale*ne. Squalane is so lightweight and fast absorbing I’m sure you’ll love it. This is the one I use!
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The squalene from TO should essentially be the same thing.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003MJG19K/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Its less expensive per oz than TO and I’m a little budget conscious.
The app “Hush” carries some of TO items and always has free shipping, no minimum purchase, items are the same price as TO website, in case you wanted to try a few of TO without meeting minimum free shipping requirements. 🙂
The micellar water I use is the “green” bottle formulated for oily skin from Garnier. The pink bottle would be suitable for you as well. Blue is only really good for removing waterproof makeup, and can leave an oily residue which I don’t think you’ll like. I only ever use that one when I have on mascara and don’t want to tug at my eyes.
Your skin is already pretty clear, so try introducing one product at a time and see how it reacts. If I had one product to suggest above all others, it would be the lactic acid 5%. It consistently delivers without overdrying. While everyone says the best product is the acid peel, I really find it can be drying and cause issues if your skin isn’t used to acids.
Good luck!
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I bought Timeless’ squalane oil a week ago, and i freaking love it. I’m acne-prone, and it hasn’t broken me out. I bought the big size and add a little to my armpit area, ears, entire neck area as well as my face, day and night, and it’s been so much easier to apply my makeup (no mid-day cracking/creasing). I’m 32 and don’t want acne OR dried out skin.
https://www.amazon.com/Squalane-100-Pure-60-mL/dp/B003MJG19K
I was wondering if putting it on after my moisturizer was correct… But I guess I’m wrong? Eep….
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I’ve had eczema for 24 years, and here are some products I swear by:
100% squalane oil – this is more expensive per ounce than hemp oil, but my god is it effective for flare-ups. Squalane is the hydrogenized form of squalene, an oil naturally found in your skin.
Cerave Moisturizing Cream – this is the holy grail for eczema lotion. It can sting when you put it on, if the flare-up is bad. It works really well when mixed with a few drops of squalane. Cerave’s claim to fame is the ceramides. Skin with eczema is frequently lacking in these crucial lipids.
Colloidal Oatmeal Lotion – there are a few brands of these that are mostly the same, but this is the one I like. This is best for those really, really nasty flare-ups, especially the kind where you scratch yourself raw/bloody, because it’s so gentle and thick.
Similarly, colloidal oatmeal for baths. If you’ve got a full-body flare-up going on, or a flare-up somewhere that lotion can’t reach (like on your scalp), this can be incredibly soothing.
Dove Beauty Bar For Sensitive Skin – accept no substitutes. This is the only bar soap my skin can handle, and it is the only soap that every dermatologist I’ve ever seen has recommended for my eczema. That’s because it’s not technically soap, it’s actually a gentle detergent mixed with moisturizer.
Sulfate-free shampoo – SLS, sodium lauryl/laureth sulfate, is a big trigger for me, and a common one. (I also have to use SLS-free toothpaste.) If you’re prone to scalp flare-ups, this might be a good first line of defense. For a cheaper option, Johnson’s Baby Shampoo is also sulfate-free.
If I sound like a brochure, I’m sorry. I’ve spent years dealing with this, and I’m kind of a skincare hobbyist (who also dabbles in hair care), so I’ve tried a lot of stuff.
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You can always get the one from Timeless! It’s actually cheaper because you get twice as much. There’s nothing special about The Ordinary’s squalane. Squalane is squalane.
If you don’t have Amazon Prime, you can also order directly from Timeless’s website. They have free shipping.
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https://www.amazon.com/Squalane-100-Pure-60-mL/dp/B003MJG19K
I got this one from Amazon!
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Product Name: 100% Pure Squalane Oil
Price: $22
Country of purchase: Canada (Ordered from Amazon)
Skin info: Combo-oily in summer, combo-dry in winter and prone to breakouts. Fitzpatrick type 4
Ingredients list: Olive derived squalane oil
Special info: This is the one I purchased from Amazon, you can also get it from The Ordinary, Peter Thomas Roth, Indie Lee and Biossance at varying price points. I highly recommend this article that explains why most other facial oils (rosehip oil, argan oil etc.) that are marketed as moisturizing are actually doing more harm to your skin and why squalane oil is the only oil that can actually be used as an effective moisturizer.
Experience & opinion: I have been using this as a moisturizer since I have had zero luck with any of the other hyped up moisturizers. CeraVe PM was behind my suspicious breakouts as it is too fatty for me, the Neutrogena Hydroboost has too many silicones in it that make me break out like crazy. I’ve been using squalane oil as both night time and day moisturizer and I am obsessed with how smooth and silky it makes my skin feel. It also absorbs quite well. Unfortunately, it is not super hydrating if you have drier skin. As the cooler weather is settling in, I find I still have some dry spots, and I might need a thicker overnight moisturizer for the colder months. However, I can see myself using this all year round.
I also finds this works really well under makeup. It makes my concealer and foundation blend soooo smoothly and gives a nice dewy finish without making the makeup slip around.
If you are having problems finding a regular moisturizer I would definitely recommend this. I think why it worked so well for me was the simplicity of it. A lot of moisturizers have silicones, fragrances, AHAs or something that just doesn’t work with different people’s skin. This is very different from other oils I’ve used for moisturizing (argan oil, almond oil etc.) since it actually absorbs very well instead of sitting on top of your skin and doesn’t leave you looking like an oil slick.
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Your pictures aren’t loading for me, not why. Anyway, your skin sounds like it’s super dehydrated and desperately needs the help of a good moisturizer. The oiliness might be your skin reacting to being dehydrated by overproducing oil. I wouldn’t be surprised if the clogged pores and closed comedones you’re experiencing are because of the dry skin clogging you up.
Switch to a lotion type cleanser like CeraVe Hydrating cleanser. The SA CeraVe cleanser has salicylic acid in it which can further dry out your skin. If you wear makeup everyday, you might want to try double cleansing with an oil cleanser first to remove the makeup and then the gentle cleanser afterwards. If you’ve never used a lotion style cleanser before, be aware that they don’t foam up like most cleanser but that’s a good thing. They will remove oil and dirt without over-cleansing and stripping your already dry skin.
Next, you need a heavy moisturizer. Since you already use a CeraVe product you might be familiar with their cream. It’s a favorite among the users on this sub because it’s well formulated and well tolerated. You might also want to consider a facial oil. Squalane oil is a popular choice on this sub because it won’t clog pores. I’ve used Timeless Squalane oil for a while and I really like it. The Ordinary also sells inexpensive squalane oil.
To help dehydrated and dry skin, many people on this sub also put an occlusive layer on their face before going to bed. Basically, you take an occlusive like Vaseline, Aquaphor, CeraVe Healing Ointment, etc. and put a nice thick layer on before going to bed. It can feel a bit gross but the results are truly worth it. Personally, I’d also recommend investing in a humidifier to put in your bedroom. They are pretty inexpensive on Amazon.
I wouldn’t be surprised if your issues with clogged pores and undereye bags get much better after your skin is properly hydrated. If they don’t, those issues can be addressed later on since your skin really doesn’t seem like it can handle an acids or other actives at the moment. Hope this helps.
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If you use Amazon, you can buy it there for less $ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003MJG19K/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_XrtuzbR2WYZX9
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I’m going to try this one from Amazon that u/IPlanThings mentioned above and see how I like it when my sample runs out! https://www.amazon.com/Squalane-100-Pure-60-mL/dp/B003MJG19K?th=1
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Also becuase I’m from the UK I’ll send you back the same products on the UK amazon just to check,
Squalane 100% Pure, 2 fl oz (60 mL) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B003MJG19K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SI13DbJKGDANR
Jojoba Oil Nature Shine 100% Organic 120ml Pure & Natural Cold Pressed Aromatherapy Unrefined Moisturizer for Face, Hair, Skin, Nails, Cuticles, Stretch Marks & Sensitive https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07L8KBP6T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RL13DbKESWDQ2
For the scrub they don’t sell it on amazon UK so this is what I’m using at the moment
Soap And Glory Scrub Of Your Life… https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B006L698KA?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Loofah I’m using is
Salux Nylon Japanese Beauty Skin Bath Wash Cloth/Towel – White https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B001KMR9WY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BO13Db43NPXWM
And another one is this:
Korean Italy Towel Exfoliating Bath Washcloth [4 Pcs] (Green) Techef Home https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00LGLOKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2O13DbMGADH9M
Amlactin
Amlactin 12 % Moisturizing Lotion… https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000TTPZQ6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
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VERY VERY small amount like 1 drop. I ONLY use this oil as it does not feed the yeast and some skins in seb derm are deficient in it. https://www.amazon.ca/Squalane-100-Pure-60-mL/dp/B003MJG19K
Around my mouth and mustache area I am more liberal with the oil and prefer to use the oil in the areas only for the most part because it skins in the beard and mustache easier where as moisturizers don’t.
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I’ve never heard of that. This stuff?
Squalane 100% Pure (2 oz (60 mL)) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003MJG19K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_aBpaDbEH60ZMF
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Have you tried squalane yet? I’m telling you, I’ll never go back to oils now.
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Try a few drops of squalane oil in the AM. It’s a “dry oil.” I had the same situation as you a few months back. I would not use Aquaphor or anything like that in the AM unless you want to look like a greaseball.
The best I’ve tried (got a huge free sample, not sure if they’re still doing it) is Bioessance’s; I couldn’t afford more, but the Timeless line (which is great for virtually all products: just good cheap and a focus on proven science) is good, too. It’s on Amazon for $10.50 for 2 oz, which will last you forever here. Just a few drops. A natural occlusive that will sink right into your skin.
And have you thought about trying a SAP or MAP Vitamin C serum for the redness? I started using one and the results were instantaneous. I stress, don’t use the regular “L-ascorbic acid” type–they really don’t get at the redness and will irritate your skin. Deciem started a new line called The Ordinary, which is super cheap, (again) results-based, and they sell this. I haven’t used that, but the one I do use (Dermapeutic’s Sonoma MAP with DMAE) is being dc’d, I think, and I will jump on that as soon as I’m out. $9.60 a pop is freaking incredible.
Also, I started on the Asian beauty train about two months ago and found that FTE (“first treatment essences”) like COSRX Galactomytes and (possibly Kiku-masamune–raves but I haven’t tried it), which have niacinamide and, most importantly, yeast ferment, have been amazingly helpful in curing my constant redness. But big caution: YMMV. Some people have bad reactions to niacinamide (although if you’re using CeraVe you’re probably good) and even more so, ferments.
Lastly, you might want to layer on an Asian toner under squalane (keep in mind that a “toner” in Asia is not like the horrible alcohol-based crap we buy here: it’s a very, very thin moisturizing solution). Something like the Hada Labo Gokyujun (which can cause problems for some because it actually has too much hyaluronic acid) or the Cezanne brand version (which is focused on ceramides, like CeraVe), topped off with a bit of squalane to seal it in, could be the ticket.
But no grease in the AM! (my two cents’ worth, at least).
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I love squalane oil! It definitely ups your moisture game, plus it’s simple, natural and non-irritating (for most people). Once I added it to my routine after I had plateaued a little, my skin seemed to get almost bouncy because it was so happy with the moisture. I have oily but dehydrated skin, it also really helped with curtailing my oil production.
It’s messy though, that’s my only complaint. I use the Timeless brand – be sure to look for the plant-derived kind.
