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Is Potassium Shea Butterate vegan?

Potassium Shea Butterate

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Potassium Shea Butterate is the potassium salt of the fatty acids derived from Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, used as a surfactant or emulsifier in cosmetics.

INCI name Potassium Shea Butterate
CosIng ID 98394
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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