Caviar Extract
Explained
Caviar extract comes from the roe (or internal egg) of fish. This ingredient is rich in Omega-3's, antioxidants, amino acids, vitamin B12, iron, and magnesium. These components give it skin conditioning properties.
A study from 2020 found a component of caviar extract, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), protects skin against UV-B skin aging.
What type of fish does caviar extract come from?
Unless a company discloses more information, the source of this ingredient is unknown. It can be extracted from sturgeon, paddlefish, salmon, trout, carp, or more. According to animal organizations, true caviar is only extracted from the sturgeon fish.
How is caviar extracted?
Caviar can be extracted from the fish using several methods:
- Stunning the fish and removing the ovaries
- Performing a C-section on the fish
- Extracting caviar through a small incision on the muscle
- Extracting the caviar from dead fish
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