Squalane + Copper Peptide Rapid Plumping Serum
Ingredients
Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Propanediol, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Copper Tripeptide-1, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Ectoin, Tetrapeptide-30, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-52, Copper PCA, Panthenol, Sodium Polyglutamate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Passiflora Incarnata Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol.
This is a thicker fluid—not oily or sticky, just pleasantly substantial—that spreads easily and layers well. It has a subtle natural blue tint courtesy of the copper peptide. It sinks in quickly and doesn’t interfere with makeup or other skincare. No heaviness, no occlusive film. Just a smooth, hydrating layer.
Formula-wise, this is quietly sophisticated. The peptides take center stage here: Copper Tripeptide-1, Tetrapeptide-30, and Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-52 all help signal skin cells to stay productive (by producing collagen and elastin). Copper Tripeptide-1 also pulls double duty as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, which makes it extra appealing for sensitive or compromised skin.
Backing them up is a thoughtful lineup of soothing and antioxidant ingredients like aloe, ectoin, green tea extract, and turmeric—all great for calming irritation and reinforcing the skin barrier. Hyaluronic acid handles hydration, while squalane gives that familiar silky emollience without feeling greasy. Nothing here is too heavy or aggressive, which makes it easy to use daily and suitable even for delicate skin.
Of course, this isn’t a high-octane anti-aging powerhouse. There’s no retinol, and it’s not meant to resurface or radically transform. Instead, it’s a very well-rounded, soothing, and hydrating formula that leans into peptides as the next-best anti-aging support. For people who can’t or don’t want to use stronger actives (or who just want something gentler for daytime), this makes sense—and works.
Overall: well-behaved, elegant, and easy to trust. I can see why this is one of Biossance’s more popular products. It's pleasant, functional, and quietly effective—but for those with more resilient skin who enjoy something a bit punchier, this may feel a little too polite for daily use.