Is Glyceryl Dihydroxystearate vegetarian?
Glyceryl Dihydroxystearate
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
Glyceryl Dihydroxystearate is the diester of glycerin and 12-hydroxystearic acid, used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics; both components can be derived from plant-based sources.
| Also known as | 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-1,3-Propanediyl Ester, 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-1,3-Propanediyl,2-Hydroxy-1,3-Propanediyl 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoate,2'-Hydroxy-1',3'-propylene 12-hydroxystearate,Hydroxystearic Acid, Diester with 1,2,3-Propanetriol,Octadecanoic Acid, 12-Hydroxy-, 2-Hydroxy-1,3-Propanediyl Ester, 2-Hydroxy-1,3-Propanediyl 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoate, Hydroxystearic Acid, Diester with 1,2,3-Propanetriol |
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| INCI name | Glyceryl Dihydroxystearate |
| CosIng ID | 92502 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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