Is Sodium Oleyl Sulfate vegetarian?

Sodium Oleyl Sulfate is the sodium salt of the sulfate ester of oleyl alcohol, used as a surfactant and cleansing agent in cosmetic formulations. Oleyl alcohol can be derived from either plant oils or animal fats, so the origin of this ingredient can vary.

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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