FAQs
Q1. What is phytosqualane and how is it different from regular squalane?
A1. Phytosqualane is squalane derived from plant sources — typically sugarcane or olive residue — rather than animal-derived squalane (historically from shark liver). Glutone Phytosqualane Face Oil uses plant-sourced squalane that is molecularly identical to a lipid your own sebaceous glands naturally produce, meaning it integrates seamlessly into the skin's lipid barrier without occlusion or greasiness.
Q2. Will this face oil clog pores or cause breakouts on oily skin?
A2. No. Phytosqualane carries a comedogenicity rating of 1 out of 5, making it among the safest oils for acne-prone and oily skin. Unlike heavier oils such as coconut or almond oil, it does not sit on the surface — it rapidly absorbs into the stratum corneum to replenish lipids lost through cleansing and environmental stress, without contributing to congestion.
Q3. At what step in my routine should I apply Glutone Phytosqualane Face Oil?
A3. Apply it as the second-to-last step — after serums (including active serums like Vitamin C or brightening serums) and before sunscreen in the morning, or as the final step before sleep at night. Oils seal in the aqueous layers beneath them, so applying after water-based serums improves overall product absorption and efficacy.
Q4. Can I mix this oil with my moisturiser or foundation?
A4. Yes. Two to three drops can be blended into your daily moisturiser to instantly boost its emolliency, or mixed into liquid foundation for a more skin-like finish. Phytosqualane is colourless, odourless, and stable, so it does not alter the texture, scent, or shade of the products it is mixed with.
Q5. Is it comfortable to use in India's hot and humid climate?
A5. Yes. The lightweight molecular structure of phytosqualane means Glutone Phytosqualane Face Oil absorbs within seconds without leaving a film or sticky residue. Even in humid Indian summers or on combination-to-oily skin, most users find it comfortable for daily use — particularly on dehydration-prone areas like the periorbital zone, nose creases, and lips.