๐ฏ At a Glance
๐ฌ How It Actually Works
A highly refined lipid extracted from horse fat (historically used in Hokkaido, Japan). Because its fatty acid profile (high in linolenic acid) almost perfectly mirrors human sebum, it absorbs deeper and faster than almost any botanical oil on earth.
๐ Why your skin loves it
Heals severe burns, intensely repairs destroyed lipid barriers, and prevents eczema.
๐ก Pro Tip
A cult-favorite in J-Beauty and K-Beauty for extreme winter climates.
โ๏ธ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
Horses are slaughtered exclusively for cosmetic oil.
The Science
It is strictly a sustainable byproduct of the existing meat industry in countries where it is consumed.