METHYL ETHYLCELLULOSE

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Methyl ethyl cellulose is mainly used as a thickening and texturizing agent in cosmetic products. It helps stabilize formulations, giving them the desired consistency and improving their application to the skin.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: methyl ethyl cellulose is considered safe for cosmetic use in the recommended concentrations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is of synthetic or plant-derived origin, so it's considered vegan.

✨ Worth knowing: This ingredient is well tolerated by most skin types. It presents a low risk of irritation or sensitization. However, people with very sensitive skin should always do a patch test before use.

Present in: Often found in lotions, creams, hair gels and make-up products to improve texture and stability.