Is Glycol Stearate SE vegetarian?
Glycol Stearate SE
Vegetarian
Unconfirmed
Vegan
Unconfirmed
Glycol Stearate SE is the self-emulsifying ester of ethylene glycol and stearic acid, used in cosmetics as an opacifying and emulsifying agent; stearic acid may derive from plant or animal sources.
| Also known as | Ethylene Glycol Monostearate SE, Octadecanoic acid, reaction products with 1,2,ethanediol (1:1), neutralized |
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| INCI name | Glycol Stearate SE |
| CosIng ID | 76474 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
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