In case you didn’t know, horse oil isn’t a revolutionary new product. In fact, it has been around for centuries and has been commonly used to treat various ailments in the Far East. If you are wondering if horse oil is really oil made from horses, that would be exactly right but before you cringe at the idea of using it on your face, read on to find out what exactly it is and how it could be the skincare ingredient for you.

What is horse oil?

Horse oil is sourced from horse fat but horses are not slaughtered specifically for the purpose of elevating your beauty regime. Horse oil is obtained as a by-product of horse meat or horse sashimi that is widely eaten in Europe and Asia. The fat is discarded as a waste product during this process and found its way into skincare products.

What are the benefits of horse oil?

If you have used horse oil before, you would realise that it is easily absorbed into the skin even though it does feel a little oily or greasy initially. Thanks to its palmitic and stearic acid content, horse oil is very similar to human sebum hence making it a very absorbent topical product.

#1 Non-comedogenic

Simply put, horse oil doesn’t clog your pores so even if you have acne-prone skin, you can be assured that using this will not give you a breakout.

#2 Prevents acne and pimples

Did we mention horse oil is also rich in the fatty acid, linoleic acid or Vitamin F, which is anti-inflammatory in nature and can help to prevent breakouts, complementing the point above.

#3 Offers long-lasting hydration

The properties found in horse oil help to maintain and repair your skin’s natural moisture barrier, preventing moisture loss even in very dry climates.

#4 Multi-purpose

Who doesn’t love a good multipurpose product? Horse oil is one such product and is versatile enough to be used on your face, body and even hair. It can even be used as a spot treatment for dry patches on the knees and elbows.

To try

Are you ready to give horse oil a try? SW1 has just released Moisture Maven, a nourishing moisturiser equipped with horse oil, niacinamide and squalane. Transform dry, thirsty skin into supple, plump skin with horse oil, while niacinamide improves skin texture and minimises pores to help achieve a flawless complexion.

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