Is menthoxypropanediol safe during pregnancy?
Reviewed by VeriMom Editorial Team · Last reviewed
Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
menthoxypropanediol
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Pregnancy-safe products containing menthoxypropanediol

Innisfree
innisfree Super Volcanic Clusters Pore Clearing Clay Peel Off Mask
99/100

Unknown
Unknown Blithe Great Deal Set
99/100

Chanel
Chanel Le Blanc Masque
99/100

VDL
VDL Summer Collection 2019 Tint Bar Triple Shot
98/100

BEYOND
BEYOND Angel Aqua Moisture Plumping Lipcerin - 15ml
98/100

Milk Makeup
Milk Makeup Electric Glossy Lip Plumper
98/100

Etude House
Etude House Wonder Pore Cream
98/100

Dior
Dior Sauvage Nettoyant Et Masque Visage
98/100

Eucerin
Eucerin Itch Relief Intensive Calming Lotion
98/100

Dior
Dior Prestige Le Micro-Sérum De Rose Yeux Advanced
98/100
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Frequently asked questions
- Is menthoxypropanediol safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP (Annex VI) classification for reproductive toxicity (no H360/H361), no CIR or SCCS safety opinion flagging reproductive risk, and no peer‑reviewed reproductive or developmental toxicity data located. Topical cosmetic use has potential for low but measurable dermal uptake (some skin permeation literature on related propanediol esters and menthol derivatives and product/SDS listings), so exposure scored as 1. Sources: ECHA substance entry (no harmonised repro classification), PubMed search (no repro studies found).
- Is menthoxypropanediol safe while breastfeeding?
- No data indicating reproductive/developmental or lactation toxicity; no mechanistic evidence for transfer into milk. By default no hazard (h=0). Dermal/topical exposure is expected to be low but measurable, so exposure =1 for breastfeeding adults. No indication of systemic bioaccumulation or known endocrine mechanism.
- Is menthoxypropanediol safe for baby skin?
- No infant‑specific reproductive/toxicity data found. Because menthoxypropanediol is topically applied and shows at least low measurable dermal uptake in analogous systems, infant exposure was increased by +1 per instructions for immature barrier (adult e=1 → infant e=2). Do not increase hazard or mechanism scores without infant‑specific evidence. Note: case reports exist of allergic contact dermatitis to the ingredient, which is a skin sensitization/irritancy concern but not a reproductive concern.
- How does VeriMom score menthoxypropanediol?
- VeriMom scores menthoxypropanediol at 93/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to menthoxypropanediol?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to menthoxypropanediol based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.