Is Flatworm Extract vegetarian?
Flatworm Extract
Vegetarian
Not Vegetarian
Vegan
Not Vegan
Flatworm Extract is an extract derived from the flatworm Schmidtea mediterranea, an invertebrate organism used in regenerative research and, in cosmetics, as a source of bioactive extract.
| Also known as | Schmidtea Mediterranea Extract |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Flatworm Extract |
| CosIng ID | 98735 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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