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Is Hornet Extract vegetarian?

Hornet Extract

Hornet Extract is derived from one or more species of hornet (genus Vespa), insects harvested for use as a cosmetic ingredient, requiring the killing of the insects.

INCI name Hornet Extract
CosIng ID 90082
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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

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