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Is Alligator Oil vegetarian?

Alligator Oil

Alligator Oil is the oil obtained from the rib and tail fat of the American alligator, Alligator mississippiensis, used in cosmetics and traditional folk remedies.

INCI name Alligator Oil
CosIng ID 95878
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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