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Skin Conditioning

METHYL 3-METHYLRESORCYLATE

CAS 33662-58-7 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A methyl-resorcylate ester explored for skin-brightening and antioxidant effects. Resorcinol-family compounds can sensitize, so this ingredient sits in the moderate-caution band.

Function

FRAGRANCE

Skin benefits

  • May reduce skin pigmentation
  • Antioxidant action
  • Conditioning effect

Known concerns

  • Resorcinol-class sensitization risk
  • No SCCS/CIR review located
  • Limited clinical data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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