INCI name

MENTHONE GLYCERIN ACETAL

Menthone glycerin acetal

Refreshingreviewed

An acetal of menthone and glycerin, used as a refreshing ingredient.

What it is

Menthone glycerin acetal is the cyclic acetal formed from menthone, a terpene ketone found in mint oils, and glycerin. CosIng lists it as a refreshing ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in body care, hair care, oral care and other products with a cooling feel.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not show the isomer composition.

Functions

Refreshing
Imparting a pleasant freshness to the skin.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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