Functional / Support

Menthyl Lactate

Often labeled as: Gentle Cooling Agent
"The non-irritating alternative to Menthol."
๐Ÿฅ Overall Safety: Safe
๐Ÿคฐ Pregnancy: Safe
๐Ÿ”ฅ Irritation Risk: 0 / 5
๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ Pore-Clogging: 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An ester of menthol and lactic acid. It provides a highly pleasant, long-lasting cooling and refreshing sensation on the skin without the severe burning, redness, or irritation associated with pure Menthol.

๐Ÿ’– Why Your Skin Loves It

Refreshes tired skin, depuffs, and provides a cooling sensory experience.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Excellent in lip plumpers and summer after-sun gels.

๐Ÿงช The Mixology Guide

Skincare is chemistry. Here is how Menthyl Lactate interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.

โœ… Best Friends (Synergy)
No documented synergies yet.
โš ๏ธ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
Plays well with most ingredients.

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