OH DAISEY INGREDIENT LIBRARY
Menthyl Lactate
Can activate cold-sensing receptors and may cause stinging, burning, or irritation in sensitive or compromised skin, especially at higher concentrations.
OH DAISEY VERDICT
Use With Caution
Evidence level: Moderate
Why Oh Daisey rates it this way
Can activate cold-sensing receptors and may cause stinging, burning, or irritation in sensitive or compromised skin, especially at higher concentrations.
What it does
Provides a cooling sensation on skin without the intensity of free menthol.
How to read this rating
This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.