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Is Phytosphingosine Acetamide vegetarian?

Phytosphingosine Acetamide

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Phytosphingosine Acetamide is a synthetic derivative of phytosphingosine, a sphingoid base, used in skincare products for its skin-conditioning properties.

Also known as (2S, 3S, 4R)-2-Acetamido-1,3,4-octadecanetriol, (2S,3S,4R)-2-Acetamido-1,3,4-octadecanetriol
INCI name Phytosphingosine Acetamide
CosIng ID 59381
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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