Methyl Salicylate
What Methyl Salicylate is & what it does
Methyl Salicylate is an aromatic ester naturally found in wintergreen and several other plants, also produced synthetically. In cosmetics it is used mainly as a fragrance and flavoring agent and contributes a characteristic minty, wintergreen scent. It is a recognized fragrance allergen for some people and is regulated for use at limited concentrations.
Is Methyl Salicylate safe?
Methyl Salicylate is permitted in cosmetics at regulated concentrations and is considered safe within those limits. It is a recognized fragrance allergen, so it can cause sensitivity in some people and must be declared on labels above set thresholds. People prone to fragrance reactions may want to avoid it or patch test.
What does Methyl Salicylate do in skincare?
Methyl Salicylate is used mainly as a fragrance and flavoring agent, contributing a minty, wintergreen scent. It is not primarily a skincare active in cosmetic formulas. Its role is largely sensory rather than functional.
Is Methyl Salicylate natural or synthetic?
Methyl Salicylate occurs naturally in wintergreen and some other plants, and it is also produced synthetically. The version used in a given product may be either natural or synthetic depending on the supplier. Both forms are the same chemical compound.
Sunscreens with Methyl Salicylate
We rate 8 sunscreens that contain it:
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Bielenda Acne Remedium SPF 50
94/100
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Bielenda Cera Lipidium Multiceramide Nourishing Barrier Cream SPF 50
93/100
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Bielenda Professional Hydro-rewitalizujący Krem Ochronny Do Twarzy Z Tetra-vit C SPF 50
89/100
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Bielenda Professional Supremelab Skin Tone Anti-Spot Face Cream SPF 50
88/100
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Bielenda Youth Exosomes Concentrated Anti-Wrinkle Illuminating Serum SPF 50
87/100
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Dropology SPF 50+
86/100
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Balea Beauty Collagen SPF 15
79/100
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Blistex® Intensive Repair (SPF 15)
36/100