Emollient ingredient
Badger Oil
Oil (fat) rendered from the subcutaneous adipose tissue of Meles meles (Eurasian badger). Composed primarily of oleic acid (~45%), palmitic acid (~28%), linoleic acid (~12%), and stearic acid (~8%). The fatty acid profile is broadly similar to human sebum, contributing to its skin compatibility as an emollient. Accepted as an INCI/CosIng entry (EU CosIng registered). Traditional ingredient in East Asian and Eastern European cosmetics; used in the Tosowoong Enzyme Powder Wash as a skin-conditioning agent.
Also known as: meles meles oil, badger fat
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Benefits
- ✓Rich in oleic, linoleic, and palmitic fatty acids with a composition similar to human sebum — absorbs well into skin
- ✓Traditional use in East Asian and Eastern European cosmetics as an occlusive emollient for dry, cracked, or rough skin
- ✓Used in powder washes as a skin conditioning agent to offset the drying effect of surfactants
Watch for
- ⚠Animal-derived ingredient (fat from Meles meles / Eurasian badger) — not suitable for vegan or cruelty-free routines
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate+ Panthenol+ Allantoin
