Solvent

Shark Liver Oil

INCI: SHARK LIVER OIL

Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Shark Liver Oil?

Shark Liver Oil is the oil expressed from the fresh livers of several species of shark, including Galeorhinus zyopterus and Hypoprion brevirostris. It consists primarily of the glycerides of C14-C18 and C16-C22 unsatd. fatty acids. (Squaliformes).

Its declared cosmetic functions are skin conditioning, skin protecting and solvent.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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