Beauty Elixir

Can you use PHA with Squalane?

Safe to mix

Yes, it is safe.

There is no known chemical conflict between PHA and Squalane, and neither makes the other less effective. They share a goal (hydration), so together they reinforce each other.

How to use them

Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply PHA first, then Squalane, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.

  1. 1
    CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
  2. 2
    PHA3% – 10%, wait about 1 minute
  3. 3
    Squalaneup to 100%
  4. 4
    Moisturiserseal everything in

What PHA does

Polyhydroxy acids are the gentlest chemical exfoliants. They work only on the surface, hydrate at the same time, and are usually tolerated by sensitive and rosacea-prone skin.

Typical strength
3% – 10%
When
AM/PM
Irritation
Best for
Sensitive, Dry And Normal skin

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What Squalane does

A lightweight, stable oil that mimics your skin's own sebum. It softens and seals in moisture without clogging pores, so even oily skin usually tolerates it.

Typical strength
up to 100%
When
AM/PM
Irritation
Best for
Dry, Normal, Combination, Sensitive And Oily skin

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use PHA and Squalane together?

Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between PHA and Squalane, and neither makes the other less effective. They share a goal (hydration), so together they reinforce each other.

Which goes first, PHA or Squalane?

Apply PHA first, then Squalane. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.

Should I use PHA in the morning or at night?

PHA: works morning or night. You can use it daily. It is a good first acid, or a way to keep exfoliating on retinoid "rest" nights if your skin tolerates it.

Should I use Squalane in the morning or at night?

Squalane: works morning or night. Press 2–3 drops in as the last step at night, or mix a drop into your moisturiser.

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