Does using many mentholated creams, soaps, etc. damage your skin in any way? I tried Wikipedia but could not find anything.
Menthol and your skin
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I use mentholated items quite often and have had no adverse effects. Not sure about long-term.
I don't have a biological answer, but with reasoning, I say it wouldn't damage your skin. Why else would all of these products (most FDA regulated) be on the market?
There is no concrete evidence that menthol is bad for your skin.
When menthol is applied to the skin, it penetrates the skin and stimulates nerve endings that relay a cold sensation to the brain. This is why menthol is used as an anti-itch and general anti-irritant product, because it negates the warmth associated with pain.
One thing we have to consider, however, is that menthol is an alcohol. As we know, many people report irritation from using alcohol based products, be it shave cream or aftershave splash. So if your skin is dry and/or sensitive, avoid frequently using menthol based products, especially in the winter time when excessive dryness can occur.
When menthol is applied to the skin, it penetrates the skin and stimulates nerve endings that relay a cold sensation to the brain. This is why menthol is used as an anti-itch and general anti-irritant product, because it negates the warmth associated with pain.
One thing we have to consider, however, is that menthol is an alcohol. As we know, many people report irritation from using alcohol based products, be it shave cream or aftershave splash. So if your skin is dry and/or sensitive, avoid frequently using menthol based products, especially in the winter time when excessive dryness can occur.
menthol is a form of alcohol therefore, it can increase wrinkles with long term use.
I personally use products with menthol almost daily. there are worse things for your skin like nicotine and alcohol consumption.
the best thing you can do for you skin period, is to drink the recommended daily amount of water.
I personally use products with menthol almost daily. there are worse things for your skin like nicotine and alcohol consumption.
the best thing you can do for you skin period, is to drink the recommended daily amount of water.
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No. I was just curious.
I use menthol mostly all of the time, the only thing I noticed and perhaps that is because I am older then most on this board or the skin just got used to it is the menthol doesn't effect me the way it does most here. I can use TSD Iced sub zero, Proraso, Osage rub, etc and while I get a mild cooling effect it is nothing like most on here describe.
I have used Proraso and its pre-post-shave stuff almost every shave summer '09 and have experienced nothing but pleasurable smooth shaves. I plan on using some mentholated products this winter along with plenty of warm water - there is a very good feeling on the face that comes with it. So far so good, I wouldn't worry about it at all.
I love the Menthol shaving creams, they are the best when used on the other areas below the face...
Give it a try...
I bet you will like it too!
Give it a try...
I bet you will like it too!
I love the Menthol shaving creams, they are the best when used on the other areas below the face...
Give it a try...
I bet you will like it too!
Waaaay T.M.I.
I have always been concerned about vendors that add extra menthol to their product. I will not use these products. I think as with most products, moderation is warranted.
This makes me feel sad. Damn. I guess it is like getting used to spicy food . . . it is still real nice but not the roller coaster it was at first.
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Menthol produces local vasodilation, which reduces skin barrier function, and this data demonstrates that it is inappropriate to extrapolate from in vitro data where formulation components produce biologically-mediated enhancement of permeation which cannot be modelled ex vivo.
But I use it all the time anyway with no ill effect.
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Menthol produces local vasodilation, which reduces skin barrier function, and this data demonstrates that it is inappropriate to extrapolate from in vitro data where formulation components produce biologically-mediated enhancement of permeation which cannot be modelled ex vivo.
But I use it all the time anyway with no ill effect.
I actually understood that =/
You menthol guys are nuts. 
Menthol is the secret to my superpowers.
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Moderation has no place of B&B
After all, some of us have dozens of razors, brushes, etc.
