Meaning & use
squalene
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A natural organic compound found in shark liver oil, olive oil, and human skin, widely used in cosmetics and vaccines.
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Squalene extracted from olives is often used as a moisturizing ingredient in skincare products.
Researchers studied squalene as an additive to boost the effectiveness of certain vaccines.
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A specialized scientific term you'll mostly encounter in chemistry, cosmetics, or medical contexts rather than everyday speech.
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