Is Ostrich Egg Yolk Extract vegetarian?

Ostrich Egg Yolk Extract is an extract derived from the yolks of ostrich eggs, used in cosmetics for its lipid and nutrient content. As an egg-derived ingredient, it does not require the killing of animals to obtain.

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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