Is Inositol Hexa-PCA vegetarian?
Inositol Hexa-PCA
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
Inositol Hexa-PCA is the hexaester of myo-inositol with pyroglutamic acid (PCA), used as a humectant and moisturizing agent in cosmetics.
| Also known as | L-Proline, 5-oxo-, hexaester with myo-inositol |
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| INCI name | Inositol Hexa-PCA |
| CosIng ID | 34575 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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