Is Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-118 vegetarian?

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-118 is a synthetic peptide compound formed by reacting palmitic acid with Pentapeptide-118, a short chain of five amino acids, used in cosmetic skincare formulations.

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

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