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Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide

What Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide is & what it does

Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide is a synthetic cooling agent that produces a refreshing sensation on the skin without the strong scent of menthol. In skincare and after-sun or sunscreen formulas it is used at low levels to give a cooling feel during application. Its function is sensory, contributing to the product experience rather than to skin treatment.

Is Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide safe?

Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide is a cooling agent used at low levels in cosmetics and is generally considered safe for that purpose. Its effect is a cooling sensation on the skin. People with very sensitive skin may want to patch test, and a professional can advise on specific concerns.

What does Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide do in skincare?

It is a cooling agent that produces a refreshing sensation on the skin without the strong scent of menthol. In after-sun and sunscreen formulas it is added at low levels for a cooling feel during application. Its role is sensory rather than therapeutic.

Is Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide natural or synthetic?

It is a synthetic ingredient created to deliver a cooling effect. It is not extracted from a plant or mineral source. It is used in small amounts for sensory benefit.

Sunscreens with Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide

We rate 11 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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