Is Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene vegetarian?
Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene is the lithium salt of oxidized polyethylene, a synthetic polymer wax used as a thickening and opacifying agent in cosmetic formulations.
| Also known as | Ethene homopolymer, oxidized, lithium salt |
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| INCI name | Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene |
| CosIng ID | 77403 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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