Is Stearyl Stearoyl Stearate vegetarian?

Stearyl Stearoyl Stearate is an ester of stearyl alcohol and stearoyl stearic acid; stearic acid derivatives used in cosmetics can be sourced from either plant oils or animal fats, so the origin is not confirmed by name alone.

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

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