Emollient

Hoplostethus Oil

INCI: HOPLOSTETHUS OIL

Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Hoplostethus Oil?

Hoplostethus Oil is the oil obtained from the subcutaneous fat of the deep sea fish orange roughy (Hoplostethus atlanticus).

Its declared cosmetic function is emollient.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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