Is Behenoxy PEG-10 Dimethicone vegan?

A silicone compound produced by the reaction of hydrogen dimethicone with behenyl alcohol and PEG-10 allyl ether, used in cosmetics as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent. Behenyl alcohol may be derived from plant sources or synthesized, though some sourcing routes are of animal origin.

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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