Named ingredient
Is Adapalene halal?
A topical retinoid (INN). Synthetic. Gel vehicles still add polyethylene glycol and preservatives. Not tretinoin. Not medical advice.
A topical retinoid (INN). Synthetic. Gel vehicles still add polyethylene glycol and preservatives. Not tretinoin. Not medical advice.
What the sources say
A topical retinoid (INN). Synthetic. Gel vehicles still add polyethylene glycol and preservatives. Not tretinoin. Not medical advice.
What to ask the manufacturer
A recognised halal mark or a vegan declaration can settle this instead. If you email the brand, send one specific question:
For Adapalene in this product: is the source plant, synthetic, or animal? If animal, which species and slaughter method?
Quick facts
| Name | Adapalene |
|---|---|
| Also on labels as | adapalene gel |
| Additive class | Named ingredient |
| Classification | Source-dependent |
| Last verified | 2026-09-18 |
Common questions
Is Adapalene halal?
Adapalene is classified as Source-dependent. A topical retinoid (INN). Synthetic. Gel vehicles still add polyethylene glycol and preservatives. Not tretinoin. Not medical advice.
Is Adapalene halal or haram?
On the evidence cited on this page, Adapalene is source-dependent. Doubtful until the source is known (mashbooh) Every position is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a link, so you can verify it directly.
What else is Adapalene called on ingredient labels?
It can appear as: adapalene gel.
Why isn't there a single yes/no answer for Adapalene?
Because the ruling depends on information the label does not carry — the source material, the production route, or which scholarly position you follow. This page shows each named position with a link so you can check it yourself.
Where does this page's information come from?
Every position on this page is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a direct link, listed under 'What the sources say'. Muttoo aggregates and cites; it does not issue rulings.
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