about the science
NATURAL SUPPORT, CLEARLY EXPLAINED
As a sister company to Radiance Gold, we share the same values: quality first, simple routines that work hard, and honest communication. When it comes to skin, we focus on supporting the body’s natural barrier so it can stay comfortable, hydrated, and resilient.
WHY CROCODILIAN OIL?
Crocodilian oil is a natural lipid, rich in long-chain fatty acids. In skincare, fatty acids are valued because they can support the skin barrier and help reduce moisture loss. It is not “magic”, but it is a practical, skin-friendly ingredient with growing research interest.
what's in it?
Like many skin-conditioning oils, crocodilian oil contains a mix of fatty acids, including oleic acid and linoleic acid, plus other naturally occurring lipids. This matters because fatty acids can contribute to:
- Softening and conditioning dry, rough-feeling skin
- Supporting the skin barrier (helping the skin hold on to moisture)
- Improving the feel and spread of a product, so you can use less and cover more evenly
WHAT THE RESEARCH SUGGESTS
Skin hydration and barrier feel
A review of crocodilian oil research describes evidence pointing to improvements in skin hydration and barrier-related outcomes in cosmetic-style use. This is encouraging for everyday skin maintenance, especially where dryness is the main issue.
Lab studies on microbes
There are published in vitro (lab) studies exploring antimicrobial activity of crocodile oil against specific bacteria and fungi. Lab findings are useful, but they are not the same as proving a real-world result on animal skin.
Animal-model wound research
Some studies in rats suggest crocodile oil may influence wound healing processes. Again, this does not automatically translate to horses, dogs, or cats, and we do not position our products as treatments for wounds, infections, or disease.
OUR PROMISE ON CLAIMS
We do not claim our products:
- cure, treat, or prevent disease
- replace veterinary diagnosis or prescribed medication
- “kill” infections or “heal” conditions on their own
What we do claim is simple: our formulas are designed to support skin comfort and help maintain a healthy-looking barrier, especially when skin is dry, scurfy, or easily irritated.
If there is heat, swelling, broken skin, oozing, lameness, a spreading rash, or anything that worries you, please speak to your vet.
HOW OUR TOPICALS ARE DESIGNED TO WORK
Healthy skin is all about the barrier. When the barrier is compromised, skin can feel dry, tight, flaky, and reactive.
Our crocodilian oil-based products are formulated to:
- Condition and soften the surface of the skin
- Help reduce moisture loss by supporting the barrier
- Create a protective, comfortable finish that suits daily use
USE & SAFETY NOTES
- Patch test first, especially on sensitive skin types
- External use only
- Avoid eyes, nostrils, and mucous membranes
- Stop use if irritation occurs
- If your animal is under veterinary care, check before introducing new topicals
THE TAKEAWAY
Crocodilian oil is a fatty-acid-rich ingredient with promising research interest, particularly around skin hydration and barrier support, plus early-stage lab and animal-model studies. The science is still evolving, and we choose to be transparent about that.