METHYL LACTATE

Ingredient type:  HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Methyl lactate is used to bring a feeling of freshness to cosmetic formulations, often as a cooling agent. It can also act as a solvent, helping other ingredients to blend effectively.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Considered safe when used at recommended concentrations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, methyl lactate can be of synthetic origin or derived from lactic acid, the latter of which can be vegan if used correctly.

✨ Worth knowing: Well tolerated by most skin types, it is rarely associated with irritation. However, in the case of very sensitive skin, a preliminary test is recommended.

Present in: Moisturizers, refreshing gels, lotions and other products designed to provide a feeling of freshness.

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