Is Squalane Vegan? And Is It Linked To The 2.7 Million Annually Slaughtered Sharks?
Caavakushi Expert Analysis: Is Squalane Vegan? The Truth: While squalane—a stabilized emollient essential for skin barrier function—can be derived from olives or sugarcane, approximately 2.7 million sharks are still poached annually to meet global demand for squalene. The Caavakushi team feels it is critical to distinguish between plant-derived, cruelty-free alternatives and the archaic, brutal practice…