I first stumbled upon the S.NATURE Aqua Squalane Moisturizing Cream while scrolling through Instagram stories—three different influencers with completely different skin types were raving about it. 

At first, I was skeptical (hello, another moisture cream?), but once I realized it was showing up consistently in pre-makeup routines and was ranked in Olive Young’s “Best For Makeup Base” picks, I gave in.

The cream comes in a sleek, minimalistic white tube. A little squeeze dispenses a lightweight gel-cream with a silky touch—somewhere between a hydration cream and a moisture balm. 

It spreads like a dream, melts into the skin within seconds, and leaves behind this dewy, plush finish. On my combo skin, it sits well without clogging or over-slicking my T-zone, though oily skin types might feel a tad rich in summer.

Ingredients that work:

It’s packed with squalane (moisture barrier queen), trehalose for hydration retention, and panthenol to soothe any redness. No artificial fragrance—a huge plus. I’ve noticed fewer dry patches since using it consistently.

My morning prep routine with this cream:

1. Cleanse – I start with a gentle gel cleanser to keep my skin refreshed but not stripped.

2. Tone – Lightweight toner or watery essence to balance pH and soften skin.

3. S.NATURE Cream – A dime-sized amount spread evenly across cheeks, forehead, and chin. I let it sit for 3-5 minutes to fully absorb.

4. Sunscreen – I layer on a lightweight SPF (like Beauty of Joseon Aqua Fresh).

5. Base Makeup – Cushion foundation or semi-matte liquid base glides on super evenly with no pilling, no greasiness, and no cracking.

Final thoughts:

It’s become my go-to cream for daytime. Reliable, simple, and effective. Especially with the current weather (early summer), it balances the line between hydration and oil-control beautifully. 

Definitely repurchasing, though I wish the tube was just a bit larger!