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Shark Squalane

INCI name: Squalane, Squalene.
Function: Antistatic, emollient, hair conditioner, lipid restorer, skin care agent, solvent.
Origin: Animal.
Concentration allowed by European regulations : Not regulated.
Where to find it / them? : Face serums, lip balms, face creams, hand creams, body oils, sun gels/creams, eye creams, tinted creams.
Risks to health: /
Risks to the environment : Non-vegan (squalane is made from shark liver).
More information : Organic compatible (COSMOS standard). The INCI name does not give any indication on the origin of the squalane. It is thus necessary to approach the manufacturer to know the origin of it.