Which cosmetics & skincare are vegan?
Short answer
Of the 6 cosmetics & skincare we track, 1 are not vegan, 3 depend on sourcing, and 2 are reliably vegan. Tap any ingredient for the full verdict, label names and alternatives.
Key takeaways
- Not vegan: Lanolin (E913).
- Depends on sourcing: Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Hyaluronic Acid.
- Reliably vegan: Allantoin, Dimethicone.
- Scan any barcode in the free VeggieOS app for an instant vegan verdict.
Not vegan (1)
Depends (3)
Is Cetyl Alcohol vegan?
Cetyl alcohol can be plant-derived (vegan) or from sperm whale oil (historically). Today almost always plant.
Is Glyceryl Stearate vegan?
Glyceryl stearate is plant- or animal-derived. Source rarely listed.
Is Hyaluronic Acid vegan?
Hyaluronic acid can be from rooster combs (not vegan) or microbial fermentation (vegan).
Vegan (2)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- Which cosmetics & skincare are not vegan?
- Lanolin (E913) are animal-derived and not vegan.
- How do I check a cosmetics & skincare on a label?
- Look for the ingredient name or its E-number in the ingredients list, then check it here. You can also scan the barcode in the free VeggieOS app for an instant vegan verdict.