Is Laneth vegetarian?

Laneth refers to ethoxylated lanolin derivatives, produced from lanolin (wool grease) extracted from the wool of sheep, typically obtained through the scouring of fleece without slaughter. It is used in cosmetics as an emollient and emulsifier. As a sheep-derived ingredient, it is not vegan; it is considered by some to be vegetarian as sheep are not killed in the process.

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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