Is C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate vegan?
C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate
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C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate is a synthetic ester of salicylic acid with a mixture of C12-15 alcohols, used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning agent and emollient.
| Also known as | Benzoic acid 2-hydroxy- C12-15 alkyl esters |
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| INCI name | C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate |
| CosIng ID | 74638 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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