Alpha-Gal Safe
Skincare for the alpha-gal community.
We made Amaroo Naturals because the AGS community deserved better than “probably fine.” Here’s exactly how we ensure every bottle is mammal-free and safe.
- AEA Certified
- Third-Party Tested
- Made in the USA
- Satisfaction guaranteed
Safety
Is emu oil safe for alpha-gal syndrome?
Yes. Emu is a bird, not a mammal, so emu oil does not contain any mammal ingredients. Amaroo Naturals is AG-FREE®: made completely without mammal ingredients, refined and bottled in mammal-free environments, and verified by independent third-party testing. We still recommend patch testing before regular use, especially if you have severe AGS.
The AG-FREE® promise
- Made completely without mammal ingredients
- Refined and bottled in mammal-free environments
- Verified by independent third-party testing
Why is emu oil free of alpha-gal?
The alpha-gal molecule is found in mammals: cows, pigs, sheep, deer, and most other red-meat animals. It is not found in birds, fish, or plants.
Emu is a flightless bird native to Australia. People with AGS can use emu oil safely, provided the oil is genuinely pure and processed in a clean, mammal-free environment. That last part is where most brands fall short.
Ingredients
Which ingredients should you avoid with alpha-gal?
Mammal-derived ingredients are the ones to watch for on a skincare label. Common examples include lanolin (from sheep), tallow (from cow or sheep fat), beef-derived glycerin, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, gelatin and collagen. Some can be plant or animal sourced and not always disclosed, so when in doubt, contact the manufacturer or skip the product.
Common AGS triggers in skincare
- Lanolin (from sheep)
- Tallow (from cow or sheep fat)
- Beef-derived glycerin
- Stearic acid
- Magnesium stearate
- Gelatin
- Collagen
- Carrageenan
This list is not exhaustive. Collagen is often mammal derived unless the label names a marine or plant source. Carrageenan, a red seaweed thickener, is not from mammals, but some people with alpha-gal report reacting to it. When in doubt, contact the manufacturer or skip the product.
What's in Amaroo Naturals emu oil?
Emu Oil and 0.15% Tocopherol (Vitamin E, a natural preservative to extend the oil's shelf life). No fragrance, no fillers, no mystery ingredients.
You won’t find
- Fragrance
- Fillers
- Additives
- Mammal ingredients
Our AGS safety process
We don’t just sell a mammal-free ingredient. Every step, from our farms to the bottle, is built around the alpha-gal community.
Mammal-free environments
Refined and bottled in mammal-free environments.
Pharmaceutical-grade refinement
Fully refined to pharmaceutical-grade clarity. Colorless, odorless, and shelf-stable.
Independently verified
Third-party tested by an independent AOCS-certified lab.
Traceability
Every batch is recorded. We can trace any bottle back to the date it was refined and the flock it came from.
Why AG-FREE®
AG-FREE® is our promise that this product is made without mammal ingredients and is verified by independent third-party testing, so the alpha-gal community can use it with confidence.
Our oil is refined and bottled in mammal-free environments and is verified by independent third-party testing.
If you’ve ever stood in a store reading every label hoping nothing on it could trigger a reaction, AG-FREE® is for you.
Mammal-Free • Fragrance-Free
Proof
Who verifies it besides us?
AG-FREE® is verified by independent third-party testing. Our oil is AEA Certified Fully Refined to the American Emu Association standard, and third-party tested by an independent AOCS-certified lab.
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AG-FREE®
Made completely without mammal ingredients and verified by independent third-party testing.
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AEA Certified Fully Refined
Refined to the American Emu Association standard.
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Third-Party Tested
Tested by an independent AOCS-certified lab.
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Made in the USA
Sourced, refined and bottled only in the USA.
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Mammal-free environments
Refined and bottled in mammal-free environments.
- AEA Certified
- Third-Party Tested
- Made in the USA
- Satisfaction guaranteed
If we ever change anything, you’ll know.
We will never quietly change our formula, our facility, or our process without telling you. If we ever consider expanding into a product that could change our AG-FREE® status, we will communicate openly with our customers first.
Amaroo Naturals exists for this community. Trust matters more than growth.
More alpha-gal questions
What is alpha-gal syndrome?
Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS) is a tick-borne allergy to galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose, a sugar molecule found in mammalian tissue. People develop it after being bitten by certain ticks (most commonly the Lone Star tick in the US), and once you have it, your body reacts to mammal-derived foods and products.
How do I patch test a new skincare product?
Apply a small amount to a quarter-sized spot on the inside of your arm. Repeat twice a day for 7 to 10 days, as the American Academy of Dermatology suggests. Watch for any redness, itching, or other reaction. If you see no reaction, proceed with regular use. If you have severe AGS or are unsure, talk to your allergist before trying anything new.
Where can I learn more about alpha-gal syndrome?
Alpha-Gal Information, an educational and community resource; Alpha-Gal Syndrome Awareness, for advocacy and awareness; and the CDC on Alpha-Gal Syndrome for official medical information.
We’re not affiliated with these organizations. We share them because they’re useful.
Read the labels you trust. Skip the ones you don’t.
AG-FREE®. Mammal-Free • Fragrance-Free. Made in the USA.
- AEA Certified
- Third-Party Tested
- Made in the USA
- Satisfaction guaranteed
