Ethyl Acetate
A nail polish solvent. It keeps the polish components fluid and evaporates quickly after application. It does not affect skin in the dried coating.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Ethyl Acetate (INCI same) is a nail polish solvent. It keeps the polish components liquid during application and then evaporates quickly, leaving the coating dry. On efficacy: this is a functional formulation ingredient, not a skincare active. It does not act on skin; its role is technical, to dissolve and set the right drying speed. As a solvent it works well and is one of the most widely used in the sector. After it evaporates none remains in the dried product, so real skin contact is minimal. It can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is high: low irritation and allergy potential. Apply in a ventilated spot, since the vapor can irritate the airways while drying, but the risk to skin is low.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ethyl Acetate safe during pregnancy?
Ethyl Acetate is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Ethyl Acetate for?
Ethyl Acetate suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Ethyl Acetate and what does it do in cosmetics?
A nail polish solvent.
What's the INCI name for Ethyl Acetate?
The INCI name is Ethyl Acetate.
See Ethyl Acetate in a product composition right on the store page
The Evigrade extension adds an evidence panel to iHerb, Sephora, Druni and 12 more stores. This ingredient and every other one in the product show evidence-tier, allergen risk and pregnancy/lactation flags at a glance.
Similar role in the formula
Other functional ingredients
Ethyl Ferulate, Ethyl Hexanediol, Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate HCl, Ethyl Tosylamide, Octyldodeceth-16, Polysorbate 21, Stearyl Beeswax, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone
Published: · updated: