Is Trans-1-(1-Oxohexadecyl)-4-[(1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]-L-proline vegan?

Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline is also known as Trans-1-(1-Oxohexadecyl)-4-[(1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]-L-proline.

Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline is an ester of hydroxyproline (an amino acid) with two palmitic acid chains, used in skin care as a conditioning and anti-aging agent. Hydroxyproline can be derived from collagen (animal origin) or produced synthetically, so its origin is uncertain without manufacturer confirmation.

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