Very Disliked
Menthyl Lactate
Can worsen Rosacea
Some ingredients are known to be potential triggers for rosacea. However, triggers vary greatly between individuals. Keep a diary to identify your personal triggers and work with a dermatologist to develop a gentle, effective routine.
May irritate lips
Some ingredients are especially likely to irritate the thinner, more sensitive skin on the lips. Counter-irritants used in plumpers, fragrance allergens, and leave-on chemical exfoliants are common triggers. Reactions can include stinging, redness, dryness, or contact cheilitis. If your lips react easily, look for fragrance-free, occlusive balms without active acids or warming agents.
Explained
Menthyl lactate is an ester of menthol and lactic acid. It is often used as a cooling agent and fragrance.
When applied topically, this ingredient leaves a refreshing sensation like menthol, but is less irritating.
See all 847 products with Menthyl Lactate
Users who like it
7%
Users who avoid it
93%
What it does
Masking
Obscuring or blocking
Refreshing
Able to or tending to refresh; invigorating
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.7%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Masks
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
78159
INCI Name
MENTHYL LACTATE
EC #
 261-678-3
All Functions
Masking, Refreshing
