by Dr.Pei-Chi Lin

A：Our sebum membrane is a natural protective film made of sweat and sebum, covering the outermost layer of skin. It acts as the skin’s natural lotion, in which squalene is the key ingredient, accounting for about 13% of the sebum membrane, while the rest is composed of triglycerides, wax esters, cholesterol and other ingredients. These ingredients are able to resist external stimuli, prevent water evaporation, and lock in the skin’s moisture, thus acting as an important defense system for the skin. However, as we age or experience external circumstances, such as UV light damage, the amount of oil in the skin decreases and the sebum membrane becomes weak. When the sebum membrane’s defense is weakened, the skin is not able to properly retain moisture, leading to problems of dryness, roughness, fine lines, and dullness. This can lead to allergic reactions, aging, sensitivity, and more. Therefore, replenishing the skin with oil can aid the sebum membrane and strengthen the defense barrier, allowing it to function properly and avoid external stimuli, discomfort, redness, and roughness. If the skin is perpetually inflamed or experiences long periods of inflammation, it will accelerate the skin’s aging process. Oil maintenance can not only stabilize the skin’s condition, improve dryness, and smooth out wrinkles, but also leads to more delicate, radiant skin.

Five benefits of using oil to care for the skin:

1. Locks in moisture and moisturizes, relieves dehydrated skin

2. Moisturizes and smoothes, relieves rough skin

3. Tightens and rejuvenates, relieves aging skin

4. Enhances radiance, relieves dull skin

5. Strengthens defense, relieves sensitive skin

A：There is a common misconception that oil leads to breakouts. However, using a conservative amount of oil can actually delay signs of aging in the skin. Regardless if you have oily, dry, combination, or sensitive skin, using oil for skincare is beneficial. The key is to choose proper ingredients, absorbency, amount, and method of use. As the weather changes and most of the day is spent inside, our skin tends to become dry. By replenishing oil to the skin, the sebum membrane will stay healthy, maintaining its proper function, and remaining a healthy shield against external stimuli.

For those planning on using facial oil for the first time, people with combination or oily skin should start by trying a conservative amount of Squalanex Intensive Repairing Oil Serum or mixing it with an essence or lotion to enhance the moisturizing effects to restore the skin’s youthful state. Jojoba oil is added to the product to help regulate sebum secretion, providing excellent moisturizing and repairing effects to the outermost layer of the skin. For those with sensitive skin to protect this layer of skin, the should first use a facial oil, then apply subsequent skincare products for moisturizing. Apart from forming a natural protective film, the Squalane Intensive Repairing Oil Serum, also contains “liquid gold” Moroccan argan oil, which provides the skin with fatty acids, vitamins, phenolic compounds, and Hawaiian kukui nut oil which all enhance the skin’s defense. With these ingredients and jojoba oil, which maintains the water-locking feature for the skin, this product repairs and protects the skin efficiently. Those with dry skin need more efficient moisturization, so they are recommended to gently massage the Squalanex Intensive Repairing Oil Serum on their face in the morning and evening, or to use it as the last step of their skincare routine to seal in its effects. Squalanex Intensive Repairing Oil Serum contains organic rosehip oil, Moroccan argan oil, organic borage oil from the UK, and French black pond microalgae extract, which provide long-lasting moisturization, improve dry aging, and have antioxidant and brightening effects. Just one bottle can provide exactly what the skin needs.

A：The key to choosing the proper facial oil lies in its molecular size and skin affinity. Smaller molecular size and high skin affinity allows it to be quickly and easily absorbed deep into the skin to replenish what the skin needs. Sticky, heavy texture can clog pores and can lead to breakouts. Selecting oils without added alcohol or fragrances reduces the likelihood for irritation, making skincare more comfortable and burden-free.

1. Highly skin-friendly oil：Squalane accounts for about 10-13% of human sebum, meaning it is a natural oil that the body is able to synthesize. It helps prevent skin oxidation, slows down damage caused by UV rays, and is an important component of the skin’s protective barrier. It can be extracted from shark liver, olives, or sugarcane. However, it has low stability and is susceptible to oxidation, which poses a risk for breakouts. Therefore, it is important to use hydrogenated squalane in skincare products, as it is more stable and less likely to lead to acne. Because it is so similar to the skin’s natural sebum layer, it is inherently good for sensitive skin and absorbs well, leaving a comfortable feel, as opposed to other oils. DR.WU's Squalane Repair Series carefully selects top-grade squalane from ECOCERT-certified sources in France, ensuring high absorbency, improving dryness, and enhancing penetration of other active ingredients to the skin.

2.Lightweight, easy to absorb, and non-acnegenic：Taiwan's weather is humid, which makes most people nervous about incorporating oil into their skincare routine. Due to concern about greasiness and thick texture clogging the pores,it is imperative to choose an oil with small molecules, enriched with squalane for optimal results. Dr.WU’s squalene utilizes a “25-step ultra-micro molecular cold pressing technology” to refine the squalane, making it the most pure, high-grade lipid possible. As a result, it has a hypoallergenic and lightweight texture, which penetrates the skin quickly.

3. No added irritants： While maintaining healthy skin, it is important to minimize the risk of skin irritation. DR.Wu adheres to the standards implemented by dermatologists, formulating their serums and oils without alcohol, fragrances, parabens, preservatives, and other controversial ingredients. The subtle scent of the products comes from their essential oils, such as geranium, patchouli, and sweet orange essential oils. Additionally, these serums are water-free formulas, using only vitamin E as an antioxidant, to best suit those with dry and sensitive skin. There is a common misconception that oil leads to breakouts. However, using a conservative amount of oil can actually delay signs of aging in the skin. Regardless if you have oily, dry, combination, or sensitive skin, using oil for skincare is beneficial. The key is to choose proper ingredients, absorbency, amount, and method of use.

A：After surgery, the skin often becomes dehydrated and sensitive. When selecting products, it's important to choose those free of alcohol and pigment to avoid exacerbating irritation. If this cosmetic treatment is non-invasive, such as laser, immediate moisturization is important. Hyaluronic acid, squalane and other skin-friendly and fast-absorbing ingredients are recommended. If the procedure is invasive, leaving a scab, you should avoid using products directly on the wound. Remember, however, to take care of the laceration in the sun, using sun protection of some sort!

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