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Common Name(s): Hydrolyzed sturgeon ovary membrane extract,acipenser species (sturgeon) ovary membrane (hydrolyzed) extract

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Provides luxury anti-aging,caviar-type conditioning,collagen peptides,marine protein conditioning and skin-conditioning activity from natural plant source.

Why It's Used: Used for its luxury anti-aging,caviar-type conditioning,collagen peptides,marine protein conditioning activity derived from acipenser species (sturgeon); supports skin health and vitality.

How It Works: Bioactive compounds from acipenser species (sturgeon) ovary membrane (hydrolyzed) — including polyphenols, flavonoids, and plant-specific phytochemicals — deliver luxury anti-aging,caviar-type conditioning,collagen peptides,marine protein conditioning benefits.

Typically Found In: Luxury anti-aging serums,caviar-positioned skin care,premium formulas

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Active ingredient – botanical

Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning,antioxidant,botanical active

Application Areas:

Facial Skincare

Body Care

Hair Care

Beard Care

Color Cosmetics (Makeup)

Dietary/Oral Supplements

Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%–5%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: No - animal-derived

Halal Status: Conditional - species declaration and animal origin documentation required

Source Notes: Extract from acipenser species (sturgeon); natural plant origin. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: pass-1 miss: animal species token absent from the pass-1 token list. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic

Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated; rare botanical sensitivity possible.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1.

Works Well With: Other botanical extracts,antioxidants,humectants

Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Sturgeon ovary membrane hydrolysate provides collagen and elastin peptides from the membrane surrounding caviar eggs; rich in marine phospholipids (phosphatidylcholine), omega-3 fatty acids, and amino acids; used in luxury anti-aging formulations alongside or as an alternative to caviar extract.

Last Verified: 2026-03-28

Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary