Ethyl Lactate

Ethyl Lactate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a solvent, perfuming agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameETHYL LACTATE
FunctionSOLVENT, PERFUMING
CAS number97-64-3
EC number202-598-0
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches880

Used in

Exfoliators 33.3%Facial Treatments 33.3%Foundations 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Ethyl Lactate do in skincare?
Ethyl Lactate functions as a solvent, perfuming agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Ethyl Lactate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Ethyl Lactate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially exfoliators (33.3% of its uses).

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