Information about Snake Oil (Enhydris Chinensis Oil): Benefits, Source, and Smell
Asked by: jn_andy
On: December 15, 2017
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
I want to know about Snake Oil Enhydris Chinensis Oil.
- What are its benefits compared to other types of oil?
- Which part of the snake does it come from? What type of snake is it? Is it harmful to animals?
- Does it have a smell?
Answer
Snake Oil Information
Snake oil from the Enhydris Chinensis species is notable for its high content of Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA), an omega-3 fatty acid. This is a key difference compared to many other oils, as high levels of EPA are typically found in fish oils like Salmon oil, and not commonly in plant-based oils (except certain algae).
Regarding its origin, the oil comes from the Enhydris Chinensis snake species. Information about the specific part of the snake used and whether animals are harmed in the process is currently not available.
As for the smell, the oil has a light odor, described as slightly rancid, similar to other natural oils such as Horse Oil.
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