DIMETHYL 2,6-NAPHTHALATE

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes

Suspected endocrine disruptor

✨ Role: Dimethyl 2,6-naphthalate is often used as a texturizing agent in formulations, helping to improve the feel of the product on the skin and making it easier to apply.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Generally considered safe for cosmetic use at typical concentrations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ To know: This ingredient rarely causes irritation, but as always, it's advisable to do a skin test to make sure it's suitable for sensitive skin.

Present in: Mainly used in lotions, creams, and sometimes foundations or other facial care products to improve texture and application.