Is Phenoxyethyl PCA vegetarian?
Phenoxyethyl PCA
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
An ester of phenoxyethanol and PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid), used in cosmetics as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent.
| Also known as | L-Proline, 5-Oxo-, 2-Phenoxyethyl Ester |
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| INCI name | Phenoxyethyl PCA |
| CosIng ID | 82517 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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