irritant
Activates TRPM8 cold receptor causing cooling sensation and reflex vasodilation. In rosacea-prone skin, vasodilation triggers flushing episodes. Also acts as a penetration enhancer, increasing absorption of co-applied irritants.
Menthol is a irritant backed by a moderate body of supporting evidence (evidence tier 2 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2007 · systematic review
Review of menthol pharmacology on skin: activates TRPM8 (cooling) and at higher concentrations TRPA1 (irritation); produces paradoxical vasodilation despite cooling sensation; in sensitized individuals, menthol causes burning, stinging, and erythema; contraindicating use in rosacea and perioral dermatitis
Brain · 2004 · rct · n=20
Double-blind crossover study (n=20 healthy subjects): topical menthol activated and sensitized cold-sensitive vasoactive C nociceptors and activated A-delta fibres, producing cold pain, hyperalgesia, and increased cutaneous perfusion; establishes menthol as a human model for cold pain and shows it can provoke cutaneous sensory irritation.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm 100g (Various Options)
Cleanser
$52.83100ml · $0.53/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm 100g (Various Options)
Cleanser
$52.83100ml · $0.53/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm 100g (Various Options) is a oil cleanser by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Sweet Almond Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol.
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Caudalie
Caudalie Deep Exfoliating Cleanser 75ml
Cleanser – for Dryness
$29.2175ml · $0.39/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Melasma (Menthol and Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance)
Caudalie
Caudalie Deep Exfoliating Cleanser 75ml
Cleanser – for Dryness
$29.2175ml · $0.39/ml
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Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Melasma (Menthol and Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance)
Caudalie Deep Exfoliating Cleanser 75ml is a water cleanser by Caudalie. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Vitamin E, Caprylyl Glycol.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm (200g)
Cleanser – for Dryness
$126.00200ml · $0.63/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm (200g)
Cleanser – for Dryness
$126.00200ml · $0.63/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm (200g) is a oil cleanser by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Sweet Almond Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Glow Boost Exfoliator (100ml)
Exfoliant – for Dryness
$80.00100ml · $0.80/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol and Jojoba Oil); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Glow Boost Exfoliator (100ml)
Exfoliant – for Dryness
$80.00100ml · $0.80/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol and Jojoba Oil); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
Elemis Pro-Collagen Glow Boost Exfoliator (100ml) is a exfoliant by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sweet Almond Oil.
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Lancôme
Lancôme Hydrazen Glow Moisturiser 50ml
Moisturizer
$44.7050ml · $0.89/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Melasma (Menthol)
Lancôme
Lancôme Hydrazen Glow Moisturiser 50ml
Moisturizer
$44.7050ml · $0.89/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Melasma (Menthol)
Lancôme Hydrazen Glow Moisturiser 50ml is a antioxidant serum by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol.
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Set up your skin profileButtah Skin
Exfoliant
$24.00100.5ml · $0.24/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Argan Oil); Melasma (Menthol)
Buttah Skin
Exfoliant
$24.00100.5ml · $0.24/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Argan Oil); Melasma (Menthol)
Tea Tree Exfoliating Scrub is a exfoliant by Buttah Skin. Key ingredients include Water, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Morning Matrix (50ml)
Serum
$205.0050ml · $4.10/ml
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May aggravate: Psoriasis (Lactic Acid and Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Morning Matrix (50ml)
Serum
$205.0050ml · $4.10/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Psoriasis (Lactic Acid and Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Elemis Pro-Collagen Morning Matrix (50ml) is a exfoliant by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol.
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Obagi Medical
Obagi Medical CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy (4 oz.)
Serum
$50.00118.3ml · $0.42/ml
Ideal for
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Caution
May aggravate: Psoriasis (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
Obagi Medical
Obagi Medical CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy (4 oz.)
Serum
$50.00118.3ml · $0.42/ml
Ideal for
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Caution
May aggravate: Psoriasis (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
Obagi Medical CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy (4 oz.) is a exfoliant by Obagi Medical. Key ingredients include Salicylic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Fragrance.
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La Roche-Posay
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel Wash (Various Sizes)
Cleanser
$33.02200ml · $0.17/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Psoriasis (Sodium Laureth Sulfate); Melasma (Menthol)
La Roche-Posay
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel Wash (Various Sizes)
Cleanser
$33.02200ml · $0.17/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Psoriasis (Sodium Laureth Sulfate); Melasma (Menthol)
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel Wash (Various Sizes) is a water cleanser by La Roche-Posay. Key ingredients include Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin.
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Perricone MD
Perricone MD HP Face Finishing and Firming Toner 4 oz FG
Toner
$50.80118.3ml · $0.43/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
Perricone MD
Perricone MD HP Face Finishing and Firming Toner 4 oz FG
Toner
$50.80118.3ml · $0.43/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance and Menthol)
Perricone MD HP Face Finishing and Firming Toner 4 oz FG is a hydrating serum by Perricone MD. Key ingredients include Citric Acid, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol.
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