Skin Conditioning
MENTHYL ETHYLCARBAMATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A synthetic menthol-style cooling agent (carbamate) used to give a clean, long-lasting cool feel. Less data than menthol itself; safe at typical low cosmetic levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Fresh cooling sensation
- Useful in shaving, oral and aftersun products
Known concerns
- Limited independent toxicology data
- Potential irritation at elevated %
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
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