Is Hydroxypropyl Bisstearamide MEA vegetarian?
Hydroxypropyl Bisstearamide MEA
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Unconfirmed
Hydroxypropyl Bisstearamide MEA is a synthetic amide derived from stearic acid and ethanolamine, typically used as a thickener and opacifying agent in cosmetics; the stearic acid may originate from plant or animal fats.
| Also known as | N,N'-(2-Hydroxypropane-1,3-diyl)bis-N-(2-hydroxethyl)octadecanamide), N,N'-(2-Hydroxypropane-1,3-diyl)bis-N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)octadecanamide |
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| INCI name | Hydroxypropyl Bisstearamide MEA |
| CosIng ID | 83543 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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