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Is Lauryl Methicone vegan?

Lauryl Methicone

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Lauryl Methicone is a synthetic silicone compound, a dodecyl-substituted heptamethyltrisiloxane, used in cosmetics as a skin conditioning and emollient agent.

Also known as 3-Dodecyl-1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyltrisiloxane
INCI name Lauryl Methicone
CosIng ID 87450
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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

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