Is Sodium Palmitoyl Proline vegan?

Sodium Palmitoyl Proline is the sodium salt of the fatty acid derivative of L-proline acylated with palmitic acid. It is used in cosmetics as a surfactant and skin-conditioning agent; the amino acid and fatty acid components may derive from plant, animal, or synthetic sources.

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

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