Acetyl Methionine

Acetyl Methionine is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 6 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameACETYL METHIONINE
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number1115-47-5 / 65-82-7
EC number214-224-3 / 200-617-7
Prevalence6 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inNail
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Nail Care 50%Shampoos 33.3%Exfoliators 16.7%

Frequently asked

What does Acetyl Methionine do in skincare?
Acetyl Methionine functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Acetyl Methionine allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Acetyl Methionine?
It is most commonly found in Nail products, especially nail care (50% of its uses).

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