Is Copper PCA vegetarian?
Copper PCA
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
Copper PCA is the copper salt of pyroglutamic acid (L-proline, 5-oxo-, copper salt), a synthetically produced mineral-amino acid complex used in cosmetics for its skin-conditioning and hair care properties.
| Also known as | Copper Pyroglutamate, Copper Pyrrolidone Carboxylate, L-Proline, 5-oxo-, copper salt (2:1) |
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| INCI name | Copper PCA |
| CosIng ID | 75479 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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