Is Micrococcus vegan?

Micrococcus is a genus of spherical, Gram-positive bacteria found widely in nature, including in water, dust, and soil, used in cosmetic ferment ingredients.

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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