A dry-touch facial oil with sugarcane-derived squalane, ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate (an oil-stable vitamin C ester) and damask rose oil. More stable than L-ascorbic acid oils — and a gentler pigmentation tool as a result. Not for acne-prone skin.
The verdict
What this is good for
✓ Great forDrynessDullnessAging
• Use with caution ifSensitive skinAcne-prone skin
The formulation
Ingredient stack
Each ingredient is listed in descending concentration. Above the 1% line the order is regulated — below it, brands can list in any order.
Ingredients above the dashed gold line are dosed above 1% (the regulatory threshold) — these are what the formulation is really built on.
A saturated, stable form of squalene — a skin lipid that declines dramatically after age 30. Structurally identical to human skin's natural oil: non-comedogenic, non-irritating, suitable for all skin types. Unlike most plant oils, it is oxidatively stable and will not go rancid. Functions as emollient, mild occlusive, and antioxidant.
The gold-standard antioxidant for skin. L-Ascorbic Acid neutralises free radicals, inhibits tyrosinase to fade hyperpigmentation, is essential for collagen biosynthesis, and provides measurable photoprotection under SPF. Derivatives like Ascorbyl Glucoside and Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate are more stable and gentler. Results visible in 4–12 weeks.
The closest active-matched alternative is the The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Squalane (77% active overlap). We found 2 options that share this product’s hero actives.
Skin Stacker is independent and receives no payment from any brand. Ingredient analysis is based on publicly disclosed INCI lists and the peer-reviewed literature. Formulations change — always re-check the label on your specific batch before using.