What animal is retinol derived from? Understanding the Origin
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Naturally occurring preformed Vitamin A, or retinol, is found exclusively in animal products such as beef liver, oily fish, and eggs. For ethical and formulation reasons, however, most retinol used in modern skincare is not derived from an animal but is instead created synthetically in a laboratory. This distinction is critical for understanding the origin and selecting appropriate products.
