Gelatin

ingredientAnimal-derivedSource: Cattle / pigs / fish

A protein obtained by boiling animal skin, bones and connective tissue.

Used in capsules, marshmallows, gummies, and some cosmetic masks.

Also known as

Common aliases you may spot on a label. Add these to your ingredient blocklist.

GelatineE441

Lower-impact substitutes that formulators reach for when replacing gelatin.

Agar-agarCarrageenanPectin

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Rendered animal fat, common in soap bars, moisturizers and candles.

Wax produced by honey bees, used in balms, mascaras and polishes.

A structural protein extracted from animal hair, feathers, horns or hooves.

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