Ingredients to Avoid in Non-Halal Cosmetics A Comprehensive Guide

Common Non-Halal Ingredients

Animal-Derived Ingredients

1. Collagen
   1. Often sourced from cows or pigs
   2. Found in anti-aging products
   3. Common in expensive skincare lines
2. Keratin
   1. Derived from animal hair and hooves
   2. Popular in hair products
   3. Used in nail strengtheners
3. Gelatin
   1. Made from animal bones and tissues
   2. Present in face masks
   3. Used in capsule coatings

Alcohol-Based Components

1. Ethyl Alcohol
   1. Common in fragrances
   2. Used as a preservative
   3. Found in toners
2. Denatured Alcohol
   1. Present in many cleansers
   2. Used in makeup removers
   3. Common in hand sanitizers

Insect-Derived Ingredients

1. Carmine (E120)
   1. Red colorant from beetles
   2. Common in lipsticks
   3. Used in blushes
2. Shellac
   1. From lac insects
   2. Used in nail polishes
   3. Found in hair sprays

How to Read Product Labels

Understanding Ingredient Lists

• Look for scientific names
• Check for halal certification
• Research unfamiliar ingredients

Hidden Non-Halal Ingredients

• Modified ingredient names
• Complex chemical derivatives
• Ambiguous natural sources

Safe Alternatives

Plant-Based Options

• Vegetable collagen
• Plant-derived glycerin
• Natural colorants

Mineral-Based Ingredients

• Mica for shimmer
• Iron oxides for pigments
• Clay for cleansing

Certification and Verification

How to Verify

• Check certification symbols
• Research manufacturing processes
• Contact manufacturers directly

This knowledge empowers Muslims to make conscious choices about their cosmetics while maintaining their religious commitments.