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Is Cysteine DNA vegan?

Cysteine DNA

Cysteine DNA is a salt formed from deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and the amino acid cysteine, used in cosmetic formulations; the origin of the source DNA can vary and is not always specified.

Also known as DNA Cysteine Salt
INCI name Cysteine DNA
CosIng ID 55570
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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