Is Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate vegetarian?
Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate is the ester formed by the reaction of glycerin and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), an omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid, used as a skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics.
| Also known as | 1-Eicosapentaenoyl Glycerol, 5,8,11,14,17-Eicosapentaenoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, 5,8,11,14,17-Eicosapentaenoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, (5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z)-,1-Eicosapentaenoyl Glycerol |
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| INCI name | Glyceryl Eicosapentaenoate |
| CosIng ID | 97558 |
| Last reviewed | 10 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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