Is Palmitoyl Carnosine vegetarian?

Palmitoyl Carnosine is a synthetic conjugate formed by the reaction of palmitic acid chloride with carnosine, a dipeptide, used as an antioxidant/conditioning ingredient in cosmetics. Carnosine itself can be produced synthetically or derived from animal tissue, so sourcing may vary.

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

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