Methylal
Methylal is a cosmetic ingredient used as a solvent agent. It is used in 10 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | METHYLAL |
| Function | SOLVENT |
| CAS number | 109-87-5 |
| EC number | 203-714-2 |
| Prevalence | 10 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 110 |
Used in
General Moisturizers 20%Sunscreens 20%Exfoliators 10%Eye Moisturizers 10%Other Bath & Body 10%Serums 10%
Frequently asked
- What does Methylal do in skincare?
- Methylal functions as a solvent agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Methylal allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Methylal?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially general moisturizers (20% of its uses).
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