murphyMethylsulfonylmethane (MSM)
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginMSM is derived from dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) or synthesized from sulfur and methane as starting materials. It is produced through oxidation of dimethyl sulfoxide or direct synthesis from organic sulfur compounds.
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a cosmetic ingredient.
Formula
C2H6O2S
Mol. Weight
94.14
CAS #
67-71-0
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Loss of Elasticity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Dissolves Ingredients
Controls Viscosity
Wound Healing
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR