BIOSSANCE

Founded 2016 | Based in California, USA

Biossance was born out of biotechnology. Founded in 2016 by Caroline Hadfield and incubated by Amyris, the brand started with a breakthrough: sugarcane-derived squalane, a vegan alternative to squalene (traditionally sourced from shark liver). That innovation became the foundation of its entire skincare line.

All Biossance formulas are powered by this sustainably made squalane, and the brand has become a leading voice in clean, science-backed skincare. The company bans over 2,000 potentially harmful ingredients and is certified cruelty-free and vegan.

Biossance also invests in green chemistry, offsets its shipping emissions, and uses recyclable sugarcane-based outer packaging. You can shop Biossance directly or through their official Amazon storefront (affiliate link), where many of their top clean skincare picks are Prime eligible.

Editor’s Pick: Pro-Peptide Lip Perfector

A glossy, ultra-hydrating vegan lip balm packed with squalane, hyaluronic acid, and peptides for visible plumping without irritation. Available in clear and tinted finishes. For full review see the Ingredient-Led Brief.

Website: biossance.com