Halal Ingredient Checker

Also known as: C16 alcohol, Palmityl alcohol, 1-hexadecanol

Source: Coconut oil or palm oil (fatty alcohol, not ethanol)

A waxy fatty alcohol used as emollient and thickener. Not intoxicating — chemically unrelated to ethanol. One of the most common halal-safe alcohols in cosmetics.

Universally accepted as halal by JAKIM, BPJPH, and all major certifiers.

Also known as: Cetostearyl alcohol, C16-C18 blend

Source: Blend of cetyl (C16) and stearyl (C18) fatty alcohols from coconut/palm

Plant-derived emulsifier and conditioner. Not ethanol. Safe for halal cosmetics.

Halal per JAKIM MS 2200 guidance on fatty alcohols.

Also known as: 1-octadecanol, C18 fatty alcohol

Source: Plant-derived (coconut, palm) — C18 fatty alcohol

Emollient, stabiliser, and opacifier in cosmetics. Not intoxicating. Halal when plant-sourced.

Halal per JAKIM fatty alcohol guidance.

Also known as: 1-docosanol, C22 fatty alcohol

Source: Plant-derived (rapeseed, hydrogenated vegetable oils) — C22 fatty alcohol

Long-chain fatty alcohol used in hair conditioners and skin creams. Halal.

Also known as: Phenylmethanol, Alpha-hydroxytoluene

Source: Synthetic or found naturally in many plants and essential oils

Aromatic alcohol used as a preservative and fragrance ingredient. Not intoxicating. Halal.

Permitted by JAKIM and BPJPH in cosmetics.

Also known as: 2-Phenoxyethanol, Ethylene glycol monophenyl ether

Source: Synthetic glycol ether — produced from phenol and ethylene oxide

Widely used synthetic preservative. Not an alcohol in the intoxicating sense. Halal.

Also known as: Alpha-tocopherol, Vitamin E, d-alpha-tocopherol

Source: Plant-derived (wheat germ, sunflower, soybean oil)

Antioxidant with a phenol hydroxyl group (technically an alcohol). Not intoxicating. Plant-derived. Halal.

Accepted as halal by all major certifiers.

Also known as: Ethyl alcohol, Grain alcohol, SD Alcohol, Alcohol

Source: Fermentation of sugars, grains, or fruits — or synthetic (from ethylene)

Haram if derived from khamr (alcoholic beverage) production. Halal if synthetic or pharmaceutical-grade. Most certifiers require source documentation. UAE and GCC prohibit ethanol entirely in cosmetics.

JAKIM: khamr-derived ethanol haram; synthetic may be permitted. UAE.S 2055-2: zero ethanol in cosmetics.

Also known as: Denatured alcohol, Specially Denatured Alcohol

Source: Ethanol made undrinkable by additives (denaturing agents)

Status is widely debated. JAKIM considers it haram if base ethanol is from khamr. Some scholars permit it as it is no longer intoxicating. Verify source before using in halal products.

JAKIM: haram if khamr-derived base. LPPOM MUI: case-by-case basis.

Also known as: Specially denatured alcohol, SD Alcohol 40-B

Source: Ethanol denatured with specific denaturants as defined by USDA/TTB regulations

Commonly used in toners and astringents. Source of base ethanol matters. If synthetic ethanol is used, more likely to be permissible. Verify.

Also known as: Glycerol, Vegetable glycerin, Plant glycerol, E422 (plant)

Source: By-product of vegetable oil soap-making (palm, coconut, soy)

Humectant found in nearly all cosmetics and many foods. Plant-derived glycerin is halal. Most commercial glycerin today is palm-derived.

Accepted as halal by JAKIM, BPJPH, MUIS, and all GCC certifiers.

Also known as: Synthetic glycerol, Propylene-derived glycerin

Source: Synthesised from propylene (petrochemical process)

No animal involvement. Halal. Often used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications.

Also known as: Lard glycerin, Animal glycerin (porcine), Pork glycerol

Source: Derived from porcine (pig) fat

Absolutely haram. Istihalah (chemical transformation) does not render it halal per majority scholarly opinion (Shafi'i, Hanbali, Maliki). Rejected by JAKIM, BPJPH, MUIS.

Haram — unanimously rejected by all major halal certifiers.

Also known as: Glycerin, Glycerol, E422

Source: May be plant, animal, or synthetic — source not declared

One of the most common mashbooh ingredients. Without source documentation, halal status cannot be confirmed. Look for 'vegetable glycerin' or a halal certificate.

Also known as: Pork gelatin, Pig gelatin, E441 (porcine)

Source: Derived from porcine (pig) bones, skin, and connective tissue

Absolutely haram. No processing renders porcine gelatin halal under mainstream scholarly opinion. Found in sheet masks, capsule coatings, and gel formulations.

Universally rejected as haram by JAKIM, BPJPH, MUIS, and all GCC certifiers.

Also known as: Beef gelatin (halal), Halal bovine gelatin

Source: Bovine (cattle) bones and connective tissue from halal-slaughtered animals

Halal when sourced from cattle slaughtered according to Islamic law. Certificate of halal slaughter from abattoir required.

Also known as: Marine gelatin, Fish-derived gelatin

Source: Fish skin and bones — marine origin

Halal. Fish do not require Islamic slaughter under majority opinion. Growing use as halal and vegan-friendly alternative to mammalian gelatin.

Also known as: Agar, Carrageenan, Pectin, Konjac

Source: Plant sources: red algae (agar/carrageenan), fruit pectin, konjac root

Fully halal. Preferred by halal cosmetics formulators. Used as gelling, thickening, and stabilising agents.

Also known as: Gelatin, Gelatine, E441

Source: Source not declared — may be porcine, bovine, or marine

Treat as mashbooh until source is confirmed. Most critical ingredient to verify in halal product compliance.

Also known as: Cochineal, E120, CI 75470, Natural Red 4…

Source: Crushed cochineal insects (Dactylopius coccus)

Red pigment derived from insects. Majority halal position: insects are not halal-slaughtered animals, therefore haram. Used in lipsticks, blush, and food coloring. Some Hanafi scholars permit it, but most certifiers reject it.

Haram per JAKIM, BPJPH, and most certifiers. Alternatives: iron oxides, beet juice, synthetic red dyes.

Also known as: Human placenta extract, Animal placenta extract

Source: Human or animal placenta

Use of human placenta is haram (use of human body parts). Animal placenta is haram unless from halal-slaughtered animal — but most certifiers reject it entirely as not tayyib (wholesome).

Rejected by JAKIM and BPJPH.

Also known as: Porcine fat, Pig fat, Adeps suillus

Source: Rendered fat from pigs

Absolutely haram. Sometimes found in older soap formulations and skin preparations. Most brands have phased it out but it may appear in budget products.

Also known as: Pig collagen, Pork-derived collagen

Source: Pig skin and connective tissue

Haram. Used in anti-aging serums and sheet masks. Must be substituted with marine or plant-sourced collagen.

Also known as: Porcine tallowate, Pork-derived soap

Source: Sodium salt of fatty acids from porcine tallow

Haram. Found in some traditional bar soaps. Halal soaps use sodium cocoate, sodium palmate, or vegetable-derived alternatives.

Also known as: Cysteine, L-Cystine (porcine), E920 (porcine source)

Source: Porcine bristle or human hair

Amino acid used in hair treatments and bread production. Haram if from porcine or human hair. Halal if synthetic or from duck/chicken feathers.

JAKIM requires source documentation. Synthetic or plant-derived L-cysteine is halal.

Also known as: Pork-derived keratin

Source: Derived from pig hair or hooves

Haram. Used in hair treatment products. Must be replaced with plant-derived keratin alternatives or keratin from halal-slaughtered animals.

Also known as: Civet musk, Civettone

Source: Secretion from the perineal glands (anal glands) of civets

Haram — derived from anal gland secretion of a wild animal. Considered najis. Modern perfumery uses synthetic civet instead.

Also known as: Beaver musk

Source: Anal gland secretion of beavers

Haram — derived from anal glands, considered najis. Rarely used in modern cosmetics but may appear in natural fragrance compositions.

Also known as: Wool grease, Wool wax, Adeps Lanae

Source: Secretion from sheep wool — extracted during wool scouring

Halal if sourced from living sheep or halal-slaughtered sheep. Mashbooh if from non-halal slaughter. Most certifiers require traceability documentation. One of the most common conditional ingredients in cosmetics.

JAKIM requires traceability to confirm sheep source. Accepted when certified.

Also known as: Beef collagen (halal), Halal bovine collagen

Source: Bovine skin and connective tissue from halal-slaughtered cattle

Halal with proper documentation. Growing use in anti-aging skincare. Requires halal slaughter certificate from the abattoir.

Also known as: Bovine collagen, Beef collagen

Source: Bovine — slaughter method unspecified

Source verification required. If slaughter method is not confirmed as halal, treat as mashbooh.

Also known as: Marine collagen, Fish collagen, Sea collagen

Source: Fish skin, scales, or bones

Halal — fish do not require Islamic slaughter. Popular halal and cruelty-free alternative to mammalian collagen.

Accepted as halal by JAKIM, BPJPH, and all major certifiers.

Also known as: Hydrolyzed keratin (halal source), Plant-based keratin

Source: Sheep wool or chicken feathers from halal-slaughtered animals

Halal when sourced from permissible animals. Widely used in hair care products for strengthening and smoothing.

Also known as: Hydrolyzed keratin, Keratin protein

Source: Source not declared — could be porcine, human, or halal animal

Treat as mashbooh until source is confirmed. Request documentation from supplier.

Also known as: Olive-derived squalane, Sugarcane squalane, Amaranth squalane

Source: Olive oil, sugarcane, or amaranth (hydrogenated squalene)

Halal. Preferred source for halal cosmetics. Plant-derived squalane is now the industry standard due to sustainability and halal compliance.

Also known as: Shark liver squalane, Deep-sea squalene

Source: Shark liver oil (hydrogenated)

Technically halal — fish and marine animals are halal in Islam. However, ethically controversial due to shark conservation concerns. Most halal brands now use plant-derived squalane.

Also known as: Cera Alba, Cera Flava, Yellow beeswax

Source: Secretion from honeybee hives

Halal by majority scholarly opinion. Bees are not slaughtered for beeswax. Honey is explicitly halal in the Quran. Accepted by JAKIM, BPJPH, and all major certifiers.

Halal per JAKIM. Honey and beeswax are among the most clearly halal animal-derived ingredients.

Also known as: Mel, Raw honey

Source: Honeybee nectar

Explicitly halal — mentioned in the Quran (Surah An-Nahl). Used in cosmetics as a humectant and antibacterial agent.

Also known as: Silk protein, Sericin, Fibroin, Hydrolyzed silk

Source: Silkworm (Bombyx mori) cocoons

Halal by majority opinion. Silkworms are not nafs (blooded) animals. Silk is permissible for women in Islam. Silk proteins are accepted as halal by most certifiers.

Also known as: Sodium hyaluronate (fermentation), Bacterial HA, Microbial HA

Source: Bacterial fermentation (Streptococcus equi or Bacillus subtilis)

Halal. Modern standard for commercial HA production. No animal involvement in fermentation-derived HA.

Accepted as halal when fermentation substrate is halal.

Also known as: Rooster comb HA, Avian HA

Source: Rooster combs (traditional extraction method)

Mashbooh — slaughter method of the rooster must be confirmed. Halal if from halal-slaughtered roosters, haram if not. Increasingly rare as fermentation-derived HA is cheaper and more consistent.

Also known as: Deacetylated chitin, Shrimp-derived chitosan

Source: Shrimp and crab shells (crustacean exoskeletons)

Halal. Seafood (including shellfish) is halal by mainstream Sunni opinion. May be an allergen concern but not a halal concern.

Also known as: 5-ureidohydantoin, Glyoxyldiureide, Comfrey allantoin

Source: Synthetic (most commercial) or from comfrey root (botanical)

Halal when synthetic or plant-derived. Modern allantoin is almost exclusively synthetic or from comfrey. Used as a skin-soothing and wound-healing agent.

Also known as: Mammalian allantoin (natural)

Source: Historically extracted from mammalian urine (najis source)

Haram if from urine (najis). This extraction method is obsolete — modern allantoin is synthetic. No commercial cosmetics use urine-derived allantoin, but the distinction matters historically.

Also known as: Vegetable stearic acid, Palm stearic acid

Source: Vegetable oils (palm, coconut, shea) — saturated C18 fatty acid

Halal. Plant-derived stearic acid is the halal industry standard. Used in soaps, creams, and cosmetics as emulsifier.

Also known as: Pork stearic acid, Animal stearic acid (porcine)

Source: Porcine fat

Haram. Was historically common in cheap soaps and cosmetics. Now mostly replaced by plant-derived alternatives.

Also known as: Stearic acid, Octadecanoic acid

Source: Animal or vegetable — source not declared

Mashbooh without source documentation. Request supplier certification or look for halal-certified products.

Also known as: Vegetable oleic acid, Olive oleic acid

Source: Vegetable oils (olive, sunflower, canola)

Halal. Monounsaturated fatty acid widely used in cosmetics. Plant source is standard for halal products.

Also known as: Pork-derived oleic acid

Source: Porcine fat

Haram. Same oleic acid molecule but porcine origin renders it prohibited.

Also known as: Veg magnesium stearate, Plant-based magnesium stearate

Source: Magnesium salt of plant-derived stearic acid

Halal. Used as a flow agent in pressed powders and tablet coatings.

Also known as: Animal magnesium stearate (porcine)

Source: Magnesium salt of porcine stearic acid

Haram. Source must be verified in pharmaceutical and cosmetic powders.

Also known as: Magnesium stearate, Mg stearate

Source: Animal or vegetable stearate — source not declared

Mashbooh. Very common in tablets, capsules, and cosmetic powders. Request source documentation.

Also known as: Beef tallow (halal), Mutton tallow (halal)

Source: Rendered fat from halal-slaughtered cattle or sheep

Halal with proper documentation. Traditional soap base. Must be from halal-certified abattoir.

Also known as: Pork tallow, Lard, Pig tallow

Source: Rendered fat from pigs

Haram. Found in some traditional soaps under the name sodium tallowate. Avoid.

Also known as: E471 (plant), Glyceryl monostearate (plant), DATEM (plant)

Source: Glycerol esters of plant-derived fatty acids

Halal when from plant sources. Widely used emulsifiers in food and cosmetics.

Also known as: E471 (animal), Glyceryl monostearate (animal)

Source: Glycerol esters of porcine or non-halal animal fatty acids

Haram if from porcine or non-halal animal sources.

Also known as: E471, Mono and diglycerides of fatty acids

Source: Animal or plant — source not declared

Very common food additive. Treat as mashbooh without source documentation.

Also known as: GMS, Glycerol monostearate (plant), Glyceryl stearate SE

Source: Ester of glycerol and plant-derived stearic acid

Halal when plant-sourced. Common emulsifier in lotions and creams.

Also known as: Tween 80, Polyoxyethylene sorbitan monooleate

Source: Ethylene oxide derivative of sorbitol and oleic acid (typically plant-derived)

Generally halal when derived from plant oleic acid. Widely used emulsifier in cosmetics and food. Verify oleic acid source.

Also known as: Soy lecithin, Soya lecithin, E322 (soy)

Source: Soybean oil processing by-product

Halal. The most common commercial lecithin. Widely used emulsifier.

Also known as: Egg lecithin, Egg yolk lecithin

Source: Egg yolk from hens

Halal if from hens raised and slaughtered according to halal requirements. Most certifiers accept it as eggs are halal.

Also known as: Lecithin, E322

Source: Soy, sunflower, egg, or animal — source not declared

Usually halal (soy is most common) but verify. Animal lecithin from non-halal sources would be haram.

Also known as: E120, Natural Red 4, Carminic acid, Carmine

Source: Cochineal insects

Haram — see Carmine entry. Used as a red food and cosmetic colorant. Look for it on packaging by E-number.

Also known as: E441, Gelatine

Source: Bovine, porcine, or marine — source determines status

Status entirely depends on source. Porcine = haram. Bovine halal-slaughtered = halal. Fish = halal. Always verify.

Also known as: E471, Mono and diglycerides of fatty acids

Source: Fatty acid esters — animal or plant origin

Common emulsifier. Halal if plant-derived; haram if porcine. Frequently undeclared source.

Also known as: E472a, E472b, E472c, E472e…

Source: Esters of acetic, lactic, citric, tartaric acid with fatty acids

Mashbooh — fatty acid source must be verified. Plant-derived fatty acid base = halal.

Also known as: E542, Bone phosphate, Tribasic calcium phosphate (animal)

Source: Calcined animal bones

Haram if from porcine bones. Halal if from halal-slaughtered animals. Source verification essential.

Also known as: E904, Lac resin, Shellac wax

Source: Secretion of the lac insect (Kerria lacca)

Haram — insect-derived. Used as a glazing agent on confectionery and in cosmetic lacquers. Insects are not permissible food sources under majority scholarly opinion.

Rejected as haram by JAKIM and BPJPH.

Also known as: E422, Glycerin, Glycerol

Source: Animal or vegetable — source not declared

See Glycerin entries. Source verification critical. Plant or synthetic = halal; porcine = haram.

Also known as: E270, Lactic acid, L-lactic acid

Source: Bacterial fermentation of plant sugars (standard commercial process)

Generally halal. Almost all commercial lactic acid is from bacterial fermentation of plant-based sugars. Historical dairy or meat-derived sources are obsolete.

Also known as: E322, Soy lecithin, Sunflower lecithin

Source: Usually soy or sunflower — plant-derived

Generally halal. Soy lecithin is the most common source. Verify if animal lecithin is used.

Also known as: E631, IMP, Disodium 5'-inosinate

Source: Derived from meat (often pork) or fish, or via fermentation

Mashbooh — can be pork-derived. Often used with MSG as a flavour enhancer (synergistic). Fermentation-derived versions exist. Source must be verified.

Also known as: E635, Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides

Source: Mixture of E627 and E631 — may be meat or yeast-derived

Mashbooh. Flavour enhancer. Source must be confirmed. Pork-derived = haram.

Also known as: E920, L-Cysteine hydrochloride

Source: Human hair, porcine bristle, poultry feathers, or synthetic

Mashbooh — source is critical. Human hair = haram. Porcine = haram. Poultry feathers from halal birds = halal. Synthetic = halal. Used in bread improvers and cosmetics.

JAKIM requires source documentation.

Also known as: Butyrospermum parkii butter, Karite butter

Source: Nuts of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa)

Halal. Rich emollient widely used in moisturisers and hair care. Plant-derived with no animal involvement.

Also known as: Cocos nucifera oil, Virgin coconut oil, Fractionated coconut oil

Source: Pressed from coconut meat (Cocos nucifera)

Halal. One of the most widely used plant oils in cosmetics. Base for many halal surfactants.

Also known as: Elaeis guineensis oil, Palm fruit oil

Source: Fruit of the oil palm (Elaeis guineensis)

Halal. Malaysia and Indonesia are the world's largest producers. Most plant-derived glycerin and stearic acid is palm-derived. Ethically contentious (deforestation) but halal.

Also known as: Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Jojoba wax

Source: Seeds of the jojoba shrub (Simmondsia chinensis)

Halal. Actually a liquid wax rather than an oil. Excellent skin-compatible emollient.

Also known as: Argania spinosa kernel oil, Liquid gold

Source: Kernels of the argan tree (Argania spinosa) from Morocco

Halal. Luxury oil used in hair and skin care. High vitamin E and fatty acid content.

Also known as: Rosa canina fruit oil, Rosehip seed oil

Source: Seeds and fruit of the wild rose (Rosa canina)

Halal. Rich in vitamin C and trans-retinoic acid. Popular in anti-aging formulations.

Also known as: Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Aloe vera gel

Source: Leaf gel of the aloe vera plant

Halal. Soothing and hydrating ingredient. One of the most widely used plant extracts in cosmetics.

Also known as: Nicotinamide, Vitamin B3, Niacin amide

Source: Synthetic (commercially) — identical to naturally occurring vitamin B3

Halal. Synthetic niacinamide is the industry standard. Used for skin brightening, pore minimising, and barrier support.

Also known as: Vitamin A, All-trans-retinol, Retinyl palmitate

Source: Synthetic (most commercial) or from plant carotenoids

Halal when synthetic. Animal-derived retinol (from liver) would require halal sourcing verification. Synthetic retinol is standard in cosmetics.

Also known as: Ascorbic acid, L-ascorbic acid, Ascorbyl glucoside, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate

Source: Synthetic or from citrus fruits

Halal. Antioxidant and skin brightening ingredient. Synthetic ascorbic acid is universally halal.

Also known as: BHA, 2-hydroxybenzoic acid, Beta hydroxy acid

Source: Synthetic (derived from phenol) or from willow bark

Halal. Exfoliant and acne treatment ingredient. Synthetic production is standard.

Also known as: AHA, Alpha hydroxy acid, 2-hydroxyacetic acid

Source: Synthetic or from sugarcane

Halal. Chemical exfoliant used in peels and serums. Synthetic production is standard.

Also known as: Alpha-hydroxy acid, L-lactic acid, E270

Source: Bacterial fermentation of plant carbohydrates

Halal. Modern commercial lactic acid uses bacterial fermentation of corn, sugarcane, or beet sugars. No animal involvement.

Also known as: E330, 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid

Source: Bacterial fermentation (Aspergillus niger) of plant-based sugars

Halal. Used as pH adjuster, preservative, and chelating agent. Fermentation-derived from plant sugars.

Also known as: Sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, Hyaluronan sodium salt

Source: Bacterial fermentation (standard commercial source)

Halal. Smaller molecule form of hyaluronic acid used in serums. Fermentation-derived.

Also known as: E415, Xanthan

Source: Bacterial fermentation (Xanthomonas campestris) of plant sugars

Halal. Widely used thickener and stabiliser in cosmetics and food. Fermentation-derived from plant carbohydrates.

Also known as: E407, Irish moss extract, Chondrus crispus

Source: Extracted from red seaweed (Chondrus crispus and related species)

Halal. Plant-based (seaweed) gelling and thickening agent. Halal alternative to gelatin.

Also known as: Agar-agar, E406, Kanten

Source: Extracted from red algae

Halal. Widely used as a halal alternative to gelatin in food and cosmetics. Plant-based gelling agent.

Also known as: E440, Apple pectin, Citrus pectin

Source: Extracted from apple pomace or citrus peel

Halal. Plant-based gelling agent and thickener. Used in food and some cosmetics.

Also known as: Fructooligosaccharide, FOS, Chicory inulin

Source: Chicory root or Jerusalem artichoke

Halal. Prebiotic ingredient increasingly used in skin and hair care for microbiome support.

Also known as: 1,3,7-Trimethylxanthine, Guaranine

Source: Coffee beans, tea leaves, guarana, or synthetic

Halal. Used in eye creams for reducing puffiness and dark circles. Not intoxicating.

Also known as: Camellia sinensis leaf extract, EGCG, Epigallocatechin gallate

Source: Leaves of the tea plant (Camellia sinensis)

Halal. Rich in antioxidants (catechins). Used in anti-aging and brightening formulations.

Also known as: Curcumin, Curcuma longa extract, E100

Source: Rhizome of the turmeric plant

Halal. Anti-inflammatory and brightening ingredient. Also used as a natural colorant.

Also known as: Activated carbon, Charcoal powder, Carbon black (cosmetic grade)

Source: Pyrolysis of plant material (coconut shells, wood)

Halal when derived from plant sources. Used in cleansers and masks for detoxifying properties.

Also known as: China clay, White clay, Kaolinite

Source: Naturally occurring mineral clay

Halal. Mineral-derived. Used in face masks and foundations for oil absorption.

Also known as: ZnO, CI 77947

Source: Naturally occurring mineral

Halal. Mineral sunscreen active. Also used for its antimicrobial and skin-soothing properties.

Also known as: TiO2, CI 77891, E171

Source: Naturally occurring mineral (rutile or anatase)

Halal. Mineral sunscreen active and whitening pigment. Used in foundations, sunscreens, and food.

Also known as: CI 77491 (red), CI 77492 (yellow), CI 77499 (black), Ferric oxide

Source: Synthetic (cosmetic grade) or naturally occurring mineral pigments

Halal. Cosmetic-grade iron oxides are synthetic. Used in foundations, eyeshadows, and lipsticks.

Also known as: Synthetic mica, CI 77019, Phlogopite mica

Source: Naturally occurring silicate mineral

Halal. Mineral shimmer ingredient. Used widely in makeup for luminosity. Ethical sourcing (child labour in mining) is a separate concern.

Also known as: Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben…

Source: Synthetic — para-hydroxybenzoic acid esters

Halal. Synthetic preservatives. No animal involvement. Widely used despite ongoing consumer debate about safety (endocrine disruption claims are contested in scientific literature).

Also known as: E211, Benzoic acid sodium salt

Source: Synthetic (salt of benzoic acid)

Halal. Widely used synthetic preservative in cosmetics and food. No animal involvement.

Also known as: E202, Sorbic acid potassium salt

Source: Synthetic (salt of sorbic acid, also found in mountain ash berries)

Halal. Mild synthetic preservative used in cosmetics and food. No animal involvement.

Also known as: Disodium EDTA, Tetrasodium EDTA, Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid

Source: Synthetic chelating agent

Halal. Synthetic chelating agent that prevents rancidity by binding metal ions. No animal involvement.

Also known as: Butylated hydroxyanisole, Butylated hydroxytoluene, E320, E321

Source: Synthetic antioxidants

Halal. Synthetic antioxidant preservatives. No animal involvement.

Also known as: Parfum, Fragrance, Aroma

Source: Synthetic aroma chemicals — petroleum or plant-derived

Halal if ethanol-free or if non-khamr ethanol base is used. Most fragrance compounds are synthetic and halal. The carrier/solvent matters more than the aroma chemicals themselves.

JAKIM certifies fragrances. Key check: alcohol carrier source.

Also known as: Nitromusks, Polycyclic musks, Macrocyclic musks, Muscone (synthetic)

Source: Synthetic aroma chemicals replicating natural musk

Halal. Synthetic musks are derived from petrochemicals or plant sources. No animal involvement.

Also known as: Musk deer pod, Natural musk, Muscone (natural)

Source: Glandular secretion from the musk deer (Moschus moschiferus)

Traditionally considered halal by many scholars (deer is a halal animal; musk is from a gland secretion, not flesh or blood). Mashbooh due to debates on extraction method and whether the animal is halal-slaughtered. International trade largely banned (CITES). Synthetic musk is the standard substitute.

Also known as: Ambra grisea, Whale ambergris

Source: Waxy substance found floating in the sea, produced in sperm whale intestines

Halal per majority scholarly opinion — it is found floating at sea, not taken from a slaughtered animal, and is considered tayyib (wholesome). Highly prized in traditional perfumery.

Halal by majority opinion. Used in traditional oud and bakhoor.

Also known as: Oud oil, Agar oil, Aquilaria oil, Dehn al oud

Source: Resinous heartwood of Aquilaria trees infected with Phialophora parasitica mold

Halal. One of the most prized Islamic fragrance materials. Widely used across the Muslim world.

Also known as: Rosa damascena flower water, Hydrolat of rose

Source: Steam distillation of rose petals

Halal. Plant-derived. Used as a toner and fragrance in halal cosmetics.

Also known as: Neroli hydrolat, Citrus aurantium flower water

Source: Steam distillation of bitter orange blossoms

Halal. Plant-derived. Used in toners, mists, and light fragrances.

Also known as: Nail lacquer, Nail varnish

Source: Nitrocellulose film-forming polymer with colorants and plasticisers

Haram per majority scholarly opinion — conventional nail polish creates an impermeable barrier that prevents water from reaching the nail during wudu (ablution), rendering wudu invalid.

Majority position: haram during prayer times (wudu invalidated). Some scholars allow it between prayers.

Also known as: Halal nail polish, Breathable nail polish, Wudu-friendly nail polish

Source: Specially formulated breathable polymer film (e.g., Tuesday in Love, Inglot O2M)

Scholarly debate. Some scholars accept water-permeable formulations if water demonstrably passes through. Others require complete removal for valid wudu. Consumer testing: place a drop of water on tissue under a nail — see if it transfers. Significant scholarly disagreement remains.

Tuesday in Love: certified by ISNA Canada. Inglot O2M: not formally halal-certified but marketed to Muslim consumers.

Also known as: Beta vulgaris juice, Betanin, E162

Source: Red beet (Beta vulgaris)

Halal. Natural plant-derived red colorant. Used as a halal alternative to carmine.

Also known as: Ultramarine blue, CI 77007, Ultramarine pink, Ultramarine violet

Source: Synthetic mineral pigments (silicon and sulfur compounds)

Halal. Cosmetic-grade ultramarines are synthetic. Used in eyeshadows and lipsticks.

Also known as: CI 77742, Manganese ammonium pyrophosphate

Source: Synthetic mineral pigment

Halal. Cosmetic-grade mineral pigment. Used in eyeshadows and blush.

Also known as: CI 77288, CI 77289, Chromium hydroxide green

Source: Synthetic mineral pigment

Halal. Cosmetic-grade mineral pigment. Used in eyeshadows.

Also known as: Red 7 (CI 15850), Red 30 (CI 73360), D&C Red No. 7

Source: Synthetic organic colorants

Halal. Synthetic colorants with no animal involvement. Used in lipsticks and nail products as halal alternatives to carmine.

Also known as: FD&C Blue 1, FD&C Red 40, FD&C Yellow 5, Tartrazine (E102)

Source: Synthetic organic colorants (petroleum-derived)

Halal. Synthetic colorants approved for food and cosmetics. No animal involvement.

Also known as: SLS, Sodium dodecyl sulfate, E487

Source: Synthetic — sodium salt of lauryl sulfate from coconut/palm oil

Halal. Widely used anionic surfactant in shampoos and cleansers. Plant-derived (coconut/palm) origin. No animal involvement.

Also known as: SLES, Sodium lauryl ether sulfate

Source: Synthetic — ethoxylated version of SLS from coconut/palm oil

Halal. Gentler surfactant than SLS. Plant-derived base. Widely used in halal-certified shampoos.

Also known as: CAPB, Cocobetaine

Source: Derived from coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine

Halal. Amphoteric surfactant from coconut oil. Used in gentle cleansers and baby products.

Also known as: Alkyl glucoside, Glucoside surfactant

Source: Derived from glucose (corn/potato starch) and decanol (coconut oil)

Halal. Non-ionic, mild plant-derived surfactant. Certified halal-friendly and commonly used in natural cosmetics.

Also known as: SCI, Baby foam

Source: Coconut oil-derived fatty acid ester of isethionic acid

Halal. Very mild, skin-compatible surfactant from coconut. Used in solid shampoo bars and cleansing bars.

Also known as: Lauryl glucoside, Caprylyl/Capryl glucoside

Source: Derived from coconut oil and plant-based glucose

Halal. Mild plant-derived non-ionic surfactant. Popular in natural and organic formulations.

Also known as: Polydimethylsiloxane, Silicone fluid, PDMS

Source: Synthetic polymer (silicon, oxygen, and methyl groups)

Halal. Synthetic silicone with no animal involvement. Used as emollient and skin protectant.

Also known as: Cyclopentasiloxane, D5, Cyclosiloxane

Source: Synthetic cyclic silicone polymer

Halal. Synthetic. Used in hair care for smoothing and shine. Concerns about environmental persistence but halal-compliant.

Also known as: 1,3-Butanediol, BG

Source: Synthetic (from acetaldehyde) — also produced by fermentation

Halal. Synthetic humectant and solvent. Not ethanol. Used as a skin conditioning agent.

Also known as: 1,2-Propanediol, PG, E1520

Source: Synthetic — from propylene oxide (petrochemical)

Halal. Synthetic humectant and solvent. Widely used in cosmetics. Not an intoxicating alcohol.

Also known as: Pro-vitamin B5, D-panthenol, DL-panthenol

Source: Synthetic (commercial standard) or from plant sources

Halal. Vitamin B5 precursor used for its moisturising and hair-strengthening properties.

Also known as: Cica, Gotu kola extract, Asiaticoside, Madecassoside

Source: Aquatic herbaceous plant (Centella asiatica)

Halal. Anti-inflammatory and wound-healing botanical. Popular in K-beauty and halal cosmetics.

Also known as: Babchi oil actives, Psoralea corylifolia seed extract

Source: Seeds of the babchi plant (Psoralea corylifolia)

Halal. Plant-derived alternative to retinol. Used in natural and halal anti-aging products.

Also known as: Nonanedioic acid, 1,7-heptanedicarboxylic acid

Source: Naturally in grains (rye, barley) or synthetic (more common)

Halal. Used for acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation. Synthetic version is standard.

Also known as: Azadirachta indica extract, Neem oil

Source: Leaves, seeds, and bark of the neem tree

Halal. Antimicrobial botanical used in natural cosmetics and Ayurvedic-influenced halal formulations.

Also known as: Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Rosemary antioxidant, E392

Source: Leaves of the rosemary plant

Halal. Natural antioxidant used in cosmetics as a preservative booster.

Also known as: Hamamelis virginiana extract, Witch hazel water

Source: Bark and leaves of the witch hazel plant

Halal (plant-derived extract is fine). Note: some witch hazel products contain ethanol as a carrier — check the formulation.

Also known as: 5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyran-4-one

Source: Produced by fermentation of Aspergillus oryzae (koji fungus)

Halal. Skin-brightening agent produced by fungal fermentation of rice. Fermentation substrate is plant-based.

Also known as: 4-hydroxyphenyl-alpha-D-glucopyranoside

Source: Synthetic (most commercial) or extracted from bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi)

Halal. Skin brightening ingredient. Stable and effective hydroquinone alternative.

Also known as: TXA, Trans-4-(aminomethyl)cyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid

Source: Synthetic amino acid derivative

Halal. Synthetic ingredient used for hyperpigmentation and brightening.

Also known as: Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide 1…

Source: Synthetic (most cosmetic ceramides) or from wheat/plant sources

Halal when synthetic or plant-derived. Synthetic ceramides identical to skin ceramides are standard in cosmetics. Plant-derived (wheat) ceramides are also halal.

Synthetic ceramides accepted as halal. Plant-derived accepted. Animal-derived bovine ceramides require halal sourcing documentation.

Also known as: Squalene, Shark squalene

Source: Shark liver oil

Technically halal (fish/marine animals are halal). However, squalene (unhydrogenated) is less stable than squalane and not preferred. Ethically controversial. Plant-derived squalane is the preferred halal standard.

Also known as: Hydrolyzed elastin, Soluble elastin

Source: Bovine or porcine connective tissue

Mashbooh. Source verification required. Porcine elastin = haram. Bovine from halal-slaughtered = halal. Plant-based alternatives preferred.

Also known as: Collagen booster, Vegan collagen, Bakuchiol collagen support

Source: Plant extracts that stimulate endogenous collagen production

Halal. Note: plants cannot produce actual collagen (an animal protein). 'Vegan collagen' refers to collagen-stimulating plant actives, not actual collagen.

Also known as: Vitamin A palmitate, Retinol palmitate

Source: Synthetic ester of retinol and palmitic acid (plant-derived palmitate)

Halal. Stable synthetic retinoid used in cosmetics. Plant-derived palmitate base.

Also known as: Trans-resveratrol, Grape seed resveratrol

Source: Extracted from grape skin, peanut skin, or Japanese knotweed

Halal. Polyphenol antioxidant. Note: despite grape-derived origin, resveratrol is an extract/isolate — it is not wine and is halal.

Also known as: 4-hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamic acid

Source: Rice bran, wheat bran, oat bran, or synthetic

Halal. Antioxidant that enhances stability and efficacy of vitamins C and E. Plant-derived.

Also known as: Azadirachta indica seed oil

Source: Cold-pressed from neem tree seeds

Halal. Antimicrobial oil with strong scent. Used in natural cosmetics and scalp treatments.

Also known as: Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil

Source: Berries of the sea buckthorn shrub

Halal. Rich in omega-7 fatty acids, carotenoids, and vitamin E. Deep orange colour.

Also known as: Sclerocarya birrea seed oil

Source: Seeds of the marula tree (sub-Saharan Africa)

Halal. Lightweight oil high in oleic acid. Used in hair and skin care.

Also known as: Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil

Source: Seeds of the tamanu tree (Southeast Asia, Pacific)

Halal. Traditional wound-healing oil. Rich in calophyllolide (anti-inflammatory compound).

Also known as: Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil, Barbary fig oil

Source: Seeds of the prickly pear cactus

Halal. Luxury oil high in vitamin E and linoleic acid. Popular in halal luxury cosmetics.

Also known as: Cannabis sativa seed oil

Source: Cold-pressed from hemp seeds

Halal. Hemp seed oil contains no THC (the psychoactive compound). It is the seed oil only — not an extract of the plant or leaf. Used as an emollient in cosmetics.

JAKIM has clarified that hemp seed oil (not cannabis extract) is halal. Some certifiers require case-by-case review.

Also known as: Cannabidiol, Hemp CBD, Cannabis sativa leaf/flower extract

Source: Extracted from cannabis/hemp plant leaves and flowers

Mashbooh. CBD is non-psychoactive but derived from the cannabis plant (associated with khamr in some scholarly opinions). Status varies significantly by jurisdiction and certifier. Some certifiers accept it; JAKIM and most GCC certifiers do not currently certify CBD products.

Mashbooh to haram in Malaysia (JAKIM) and GCC. More nuanced in Western halal bodies.

Also known as: PGA, Gamma-PGA

Source: Bacterial fermentation (Bacillus subtilis) of plant substrates

Halal. Fermentation-derived humectant. More effective than hyaluronic acid at certain moisture levels.

Also known as: Oat beta-glucan, Yeast beta-glucan, Glucan

Source: Oat bran, yeast cell walls, or barley

Halal when from plant (oat) or yeast sources. Soothing, anti-inflammatory polysaccharide used in sensitive skin formulations.

Also known as: Tremella fuciformis extract, Snow mushroom extract

Source: Tremella fuciformis (snow mushroom / white jelly fungus)

Halal. Fungal-derived polysaccharide with exceptional moisture retention. Marketed as a 'natural HA alternative'.

Also known as: Bee propolis, Propolis resin

Source: Resinous mixture produced by honeybees from plant and tree sap

Halal by majority opinion. Produced by bees (halal) from plant resin. Antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Used in K-beauty and natural cosmetics.

Also known as: Bee royal jelly, Gelee royale

Source: Secretion from glands of worker honeybees

Halal by majority opinion. Produced by bees — same halal status as honey and beeswax. Used in anti-aging cosmetics.

Also known as: Nacre powder, Hydrolyzed pearl

Source: Freshwater or saltwater mollusc shells (oysters, mussels)

Halal. Marine origin — shellfish are halal. Used in brightening cosmetics. Traditional in Chinese medicine.

Also known as: Helix aspersa filtrate, Snail secretion filtrate, CICA snail

Source: Secretion from Cornu aspersum (garden snail)

Mashbooh. Snails are not fish and are not slaughtered. Some scholars consider land molluscs as najis. JAKIM and most certifiers have not issued a clear fatwa — treat as mashbooh until verified with your certifier.

No clear halal certification for snail mucin from JAKIM or BPJPH as of 2026.

Also known as: Ostrich fat oil, Ratite oil

Source: Fat rendered from ostrich (ratite bird)

Conditionally halal. Ostriches are halal birds. The oil must come from halal-slaughtered ostriches. Increasingly used as a skin-compatible emollient.

Also known as: Dromaius novaehollandiae oil

Source: Rendered fat from emu birds (Australia)

Mashbooh. Emu is a ratite bird; permissibility as a food source is debated by scholars. Verify with certifier. Some halal bodies accept it; others require further review.

Also known as: PCA, Sodium pyroglutamate, 2-pyrrolidone-5-carboxylic acid sodium salt

Source: Synthetic (salt of pyroglutamic acid) — also naturally in skin

Halal. Synthetic humectant that mimics the skin's natural moisturising factor (NMF). No animal involvement.

Also known as: Carbamide, Urea 10%, Urea 40%

Source: Synthetic (from ammonia and carbon dioxide — not from urine)

Halal. Modern cosmetic urea is entirely synthetic. Despite the association with urine, synthetic urea has no animal or najis origin. JAKIM accepts synthetic urea in cosmetics.

Synthetic urea is halal per JAKIM. Not derived from urine — petrochemical synthesis.

Also known as: Milk lactic acid

Source: Dairy fermentation (historical source — now very rare commercially)

Mashbooh if dairy-derived (animal source — requires halal verification of milk source). Modern commercial lactic acid is plant-fermentation derived and halal. Verify source with supplier.

Also known as: Hydrolyzed milk protein, Casein, Whey protein

Source: Bovine milk

Mashbooh. Milk itself is halal but source must be from halal-raised cattle. Most certifiers accept cow's milk proteins as halal. Cross-contamination concerns in production.

Also known as: Hydrolyzed egg white, Albumin

Source: Hen's egg white (albumin)

Halal. Eggs are halal. Used in cosmetics for film-forming and protein conditioning effects.

Also known as: Calendula officinalis extract, Pot marigold extract

Source: Flowers of Calendula officinalis

Halal. Anti-inflammatory and soothing botanical. Widely used in baby products and sensitive skin care.

Also known as: Matricaria chamomilla extract, German chamomile, Bisabolol

Source: Flowers of Matricaria chamomilla or Chamaemelum nobile

Halal. Anti-inflammatory and soothing. Alpha-bisabolol (the active) is also available synthetically — both are halal.

Also known as: Algae extract, Laminaria extract, Fucus vesiculosus extract

Source: Brown or red seaweed (various species)

Halal. Marine plant extract rich in minerals, vitamins, and polysaccharides. Used in anti-aging and firming formulations.

Also known as: Punica granatum extract, Pomegranate seed oil

Source: Fruit and seeds of the pomegranate (Punica granatum)

Halal. Rich in punicic acid (omega-5) and polyphenols. Anti-aging and brightening properties.

Also known as: Licorice root extract, Glabridin, Licorice flavonoids

Source: Root of the licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

Halal. Skin-brightening and anti-inflammatory botanical. Glabridin is the key active for hyperpigmentation.

Also known as: DBP, DEHP, Dibutyl phthalate, Diethylhexyl phthalate

Source: Synthetic plasticisers — petrochemical origin

Technically halal (synthetic, no animal involvement) but banned or restricted in EU and many countries due to endocrine disruption concerns. Many halal brands avoid phthalates for tayyib (wholesomeness) reasons.

Also known as: DMDM Hydantoin, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Quaternium-15

Source: Synthetic preservatives that slowly release formaldehyde

Technically halal (synthetic). However, formaldehyde is a known carcinogen and is restricted in the EU. Halal brands following tayyib (wholesomeness) principles typically avoid them.

Also known as: Paraffinum liquidum, Petrolatum liquid, White mineral oil

Source: Refined petroleum by-product

Halal. Synthetic/mineral origin. Widely used occlusive moisturiser. Cosmetic-grade mineral oil is highly refined and safe.

Also known as: Petroleum jelly, Vaseline, White petrolatum

Source: Refined petroleum by-product

Halal. Synthetic/mineral origin. Excellent occlusive barrier ingredient. No animal involvement.

Also known as: Cera Microcristallina, Microwax

Source: Refined petroleum wax

Halal. Synthetic/mineral origin. Used in lipsticks and balms for texture and structure.

Also known as: IPM, Isopropyl tetradecanoate

Source: Ester of isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid (usually plant-derived from coconut)

Halal. Plant-derived myristic acid (coconut) combined with synthetic isopropyl alcohol. Not ethanol. Used as emollient and skin-feel enhancer.

Also known as: IPP, Isopropyl hexadecanoate

Source: Ester of isopropyl alcohol and palmitic acid (usually plant-derived from palm)

Halal. Plant-derived palmitic acid. Not ethanol-based. Used as emollient in cosmetics.

Also known as: PEG-20 cetearyl ether, Cetomacrogol

Source: Ethylene oxide derivative of cetearyl alcohol (plant-derived)

Halal. Derived from plant-based cetearyl alcohol via ethoxylation. Used as an emulsifier.

Also known as: PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil, PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate, Polyethylene glycol

Source: Synthetic (polyethylene oxide derivatives) or plant-derived base

Generally halal. Synthetic PEG backbone. Some PEG compounds use plant (castor oil, coconut) as the base material. No animal involvement in standard cosmetic PEG ingredients.

Also known as: Mycose, Tremalose

Source: Fermentation-derived (from plant starch using enzymes)

Halal. Natural disaccharide with exceptional moisture retention and protein stabilisation properties. Fermentation-derived from plant carbohydrates.

Also known as: Meso-erythritol, Erythritol (cosmetic)

Source: Fermentation of plant sugars (Moniliella pollinis)

Halal. Sugar alcohol humectant. Produced by fermentation. Also used as a food sweetener — not intoxicating.

Also known as: D-sorbitol, Glucitol, E420

Source: Hydrogenation of glucose (from corn, wheat, or potato starch)

Halal. Sugar alcohol humectant widely used in cosmetics and food. Plant-derived glucose base.

Also known as: D-mannitol, E421

Source: From seaweed or by hydrogenation of fructose (plant-derived)

Halal. Sugar alcohol humectant. Plant-derived. Also used as a pharmaceutical excipient.

Also known as: Palatinit, E953

Source: Enzymatic conversion of sucrose (plant-derived)

Halal. Plant-derived sugar alcohol. Used in some cosmetics and confectionery.

Also known as: Brazil wax, Cera carnauba, E903

Source: Leaves of the carnauba palm (Copernicia prunifera) in Brazil

Halal. Plant-derived wax. Used in lipsticks, mascara, and hair products. Suitable as a halal, vegan alternative to beeswax.

Also known as: Euphorbia cerifera wax, E902

Source: Euphorbia cerifera plant (Mexico)

Halal. Plant-derived wax. Popular vegan and halal alternative to beeswax in lip balms and lipsticks.

Also known as: Oryza sativa bran oil

Source: Extracted from the bran of rice

Halal. Lightweight emollient rich in gamma-oryzanol and tocotrienols. Widely used in Asian halal cosmetics.

Also known as: Ricinus communis seed oil, Hydrogenated castor oil

Source: Cold-pressed from castor beans (Ricinus communis)

Halal. Thick, glossy oil used in lipsticks, mascaras, and hair treatments. Hydrogenated castor oil provides a waxy texture.

Also known as: Oenothera biennis oil

Source: Seeds of the evening primrose plant

Halal. High in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). Used for sensitive and dry skin conditions.

Also known as: Borago officinalis seed oil, Starflower oil

Source: Seeds of the borage plant (Borago officinalis)

Halal. Highest GLA content of any plant oil. Used in formulations for eczema and mature skin.

Also known as: Nigella sativa seed oil, Black cumin oil, Habbatus sauda

Source: Seeds of Nigella sativa

Halal. Highly regarded in Islamic tradition — the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) referred to it as a cure for everything except death. Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial. Used in halal cosmetics and supplements.

Also known as: Moringa oleifera seed oil, Ben oil

Source: Seeds of the moringa tree (Moringa oleifera)

Halal. High in oleic acid. Very stable due to high behenic acid content. Lightweight skin-compatible emollient.

Also known as: Persea gratissima oil

Source: Pulp and seeds of the avocado fruit

Halal. Rich in oleic acid, vitamins A, D, and E. Deeply nourishing emollient.

Also known as: Helianthus annuus seed oil

Source: Seeds of the sunflower (Helianthus annuus)

Halal. Rich in linoleic acid. Lightweight, non-comedogenic emollient commonly used in halal formulations.

Also known as: Psoralea corylifolia (babchi)

Source: Seeds of the babchi plant

Halal. Already listed under plant-derived. See main entry.

Also known as: Purified water, Deionised water, Eau

Source: Purified/deionised water

Halal. The most common first ingredient in cosmetics formulations. Purified water is always halal.

Also known as: Sake-derived alcohol, Rice wine extract (cosmetic)

Source: Fermented rice — a form of khamr

Mashbooh. Rice wine/sake is classified as khamr by most scholars. Cosmetic extracts derived from sake fermentation require verification. Some certifiers may accept highly diluted / refined extracts; others do not.

Also known as: Isostearic acid (plant), Branched-chain C18 fatty acid

Source: Plant-derived (by-product of oleic acid processing from vegetable oils)

Halal when plant-derived. Used as an emollient and emulsifier. Verify source if animal origin is possible.

Also known as: Docosanoic acid, C22 fatty acid

Source: Plant-derived (rapeseed, peanut, moringa oils)

Halal. Long-chain saturated fatty acid. Plant-derived. Used in hair conditioners for smoothing and anti-frizz.

Also known as: Span 60, Sorbitan monostearate

Source: Ester of sorbitol (plant) and stearic acid (plant or animal)

Halal when stearic acid is plant-derived. Mashbooh if stearic acid source is unspecified. Non-ionic emulsifier.

Also known as: 1-Eicosanol, C20 fatty alcohol

Source: Plant-derived (peanut oil, rapeseed) — C20 fatty alcohol

Halal. Long-chain fatty alcohol. Not ethanol. Used in conditioners and emulsions.

Also known as: 1-Dodecanol, C12 fatty alcohol

Source: Plant-derived (coconut, palm kernel) — C12 fatty alcohol

Halal. Fatty alcohol from coconut or palm. Not ethanol. Used as emollient and emulsifier.

Also known as: Hydrolyzed soy protein, Soy amino acids

Source: Soybeans (Glycine max)

Halal. Plant-derived protein used in hair care for strengthening and conditioning.

Also known as: Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Gluten hydrolysate

Source: Wheat grain (Triticum aestivum)

Halal. Plant-derived protein. Used in hair care for moisture retention and elasticity.

Also known as: Hydrolyzed quinoa protein, Chenopodium quinoa extract

Source: Quinoa seeds

Halal. Plant-derived protein used in hair and skin care. Complete amino acid profile.

Also known as: Lawsone, Lawsonia inermis, Mehndi

Source: Dried and powdered leaves of Lawsonia inermis

Halal. Natural plant dye used for hair coloring and body decoration (mehndi). Widely used across the Muslim world.

Also known as: Indigofera tinctoria, Natural Indigo, CI 73000

Source: Fermented leaves of Indigofera tinctoria

Halal. Plant-derived natural blue dye. Used in hair coloring as a henna complement. Not synthetic.

Also known as: Bixin, Norbixin, E160b

Source: Seeds of the achiote tree (Bixa orellana)

Halal. Natural plant-derived orange-red colorant. Used in food and some cosmetics.

Also known as: E140, E141, Copper chlorophyllin

Source: Extracted from plant material (green vegetables)

Halal. Plant-derived natural green colorant. Used in natural cosmetics and deodorants.

Also known as: Bamboo charcoal, Bamboo charcoal powder

Source: Pyrolysis of bamboo

Halal. Plant-derived (bamboo). Used in cleansers, masks, and toothpastes for detoxifying properties.

Also known as: CaCO3, Chalk, Limestone, CI 77220

Source: Naturally occurring mineral (limestone, chalk)

Halal. Inorganic mineral. No animal involvement. Used as a white pigment and bulking agent.

Also known as: Salt, Sea salt, Rock salt

Source: Mined mineral or evaporated seawater

Halal. Inorganic mineral. Used as a preservative and thickener in rinse-off products.

Also known as: Epsom salt, MgSO4

Source: Naturally occurring mineral (epsomite)

Halal. Inorganic mineral. Used in bath salts and as a texture agent.

Also known as: Quinoa amino acids

Source: Enzymatic hydrolysis of quinoa seed protein

Halal. See Quinoa Protein entry. Amino acid form of quinoa protein for better absorption.