Is Butylene Glycol Sesquiisostearate vegan?

Butylene Glycol Sesquiisostearate

Unconfirmed

Butylene Glycol Sesquiisostearate is a mixture of mono- and diesters formed from butylene glycol and isostearic acid, used as an emollient in cosmetics. Isostearic acid can be derived from either plant/synthetic sources or animal-derived fatty acids depending on the manufacturer.

INCI name Butylene Glycol Sesquiisostearate
CosIng ID 91433
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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