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Is Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate vegan?

Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate

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Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate is a synthetic ester formed from the reaction of polyoxyethylene (18) glyceryl ether with 2-ethylhexanoic acid, used as a skin conditioning agent and emollient in cosmetics.

Also known as Polyoxyethylene (18) Glyceryl Ether Ethylhexanoate
INCI name Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate
CosIng ID 56230
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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

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