Nicomenthyl 20 (Menthyl nicotinate) is a multifunctional, sensorial cosmetic ingredient. Liposoluble and thermostable. Skin microcirculation enhancer. Detoxifying, antioxidant, anti-age. Protective against UV radiations, oxidizing agents, cigarette smoke, urban dust and other aggressive factors. Full scale in vitro and in vivo studies have demonstrated Menthyl nicotinate’s fast penetration kinetics through the skin, and how its subsequent hydrolysis effectively releases pure niacin (vitamin B3) with consequent increase of NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) coenzyme level in the area of application.

Menthyl nicotinate does not cause any bothersome flush, irritation or sensitization, even in cosmetic compositions containing it at concentrations up to 3-5%. Its time-release delivery of niacin is 3 to 8 times higher than the skin absorption rate of other forms or derivatives of vitamin B3 present on the market. Such characteristics qualify Nicomenthyl 20 as a powerful, effective and safe percutaneous carrier of Vitamin B3.