The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser

Product overview Made in Canada INDIE 90 / 100 Excellent Clinically-proven actives with a clean, well-tolerated formula. Cleanser from The Ordinary. Skincarisma's automated ingredient analyzer extracted 2 key actives across the full INCI list. Alcohol-Free Fragrance-Free Paraben-Free Sulfate-Free Silicone-Free Oil-Free Fungal-Acne Safe Pregnancy Safe Jump to section Safety Ingredients Routine How to use Skin types Results Reviews Dupes FAQ Pregnancy Safe Fungal Acne Safe Comedogenic 0/ 5 Type Cleanser Key Active Squalane Use AM & PM Brand The Ordinary PAO 12 months Real reviews · YouTube Shorts 02 Safety & compatibility SAFE Pregnancy & breastfeeding safe Contains no retinoids, salicylic acid, hydroquinone, or chemical sunscreens flagged for use during pregnancy or nursing. Fungal acne (Malassezia) safe Zero fungal acne triggers detected. No fatty acids, esters, polysorbates, or known oils that feed Malassezia yeast. Sensitive skin friendly Free from fragrance and drying alcohols — generally well-tolerated by sensitive and reactive skin. 03 Ingredient breakdown INCI Key actives by function Hydration Glycerin Barrier Repair Squalane Squalane Proven Stable hydrogenated version of squalene — naturally found in skin. Lightweight, deeply moisturizing oil. Function: Mimics skin's natural sebum — absorbs without greasiness Benefit: Non-comedogenic, fungal-acne safe, suitable for all skin types Glycerin Supporting One of the most-studied humectants. Effective from 2% upwards, gold standard for hydration. Research: Multiple studies show glycerin outperforms many newer humectants at certain concentrations Function: Pulls moisture from the air + redistributes it within the skin barrier Full ingredients (INCI) 20 ingredients Squalane, Aqua (Water), Coco-Caprylate/​Caprate, Glycerin, Sucrose Stearate, Ethyl Macadamiate, Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride, Sucrose Laurate, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Sucrose Dilaurate, Sucrose Trilaurate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Isoceteth-20, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tocopherol, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Malic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin. FREE FROM: Synthetic Fragrances · Drying Alcohol · Parabens · Sulfates (SLS / SLES) · Silicones · Talc · Mineral Oil · Phthalates · Bisphenols (BPA) · PFAS · Retinoids · Hydroquinone · Formaldehyde Releasers · Heavy Metal Pigments · Gluten 04 Where it fits in your routine STEP 01 1 ▸ This Cleanser 2 Toner 3 Essence 4 Serum 5 Moisturizer 6 Sunscreen Use as the first step of your routine, morning and evening. Massage onto wet skin for 30-60 seconds, rinse with lukewarm water, then continue with toner. 05 How to use 4 STEPS 1 Wet face Splash your face with lukewarm water — never hot. 2 Apply & lather Dispense a small amount, work into a lather between palms, massage onto skin in circles for 30–60 seconds. 3 Rinse thoroughly Rinse with lukewarm water until skin no longer feels filmy. 4 Pat dry Gently pat — don't rub — with a clean towel before the next step. 13 Storage & shelf life 12 MONTHS Period After Opening (PAO) 12 months after opening. Check the small jar symbol on the packaging for the manufacturer-specified PAO. Some brands also print a manufacture date — keep both in mind. Storage Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Heat and UV degrade many active ingredients. Keep the cap on when not in use. Packaging Standard cosmetic packaging with cap. Re-cap after each use to prevent oxidation of actives. Travel Friendly Check container size against TSA / IATA liquids rules — under 100ml is carry-on compatible. Use a leak-proof travel pouch. ↑