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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
In cosmetics, it plays many roles:
One thing worth noting: a controlled study found this ingredient applied under occlusion to acne-prone subjects increased microcomedones. Just keep in mind this was under occlusive conditions and don't reflect how most products are used day-to-day.
For most people, this is a well-tolerated and lightweight ingredient.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is an ester of palmitic acid, a C16 fatty acid that falls within the C11-24 range that Malassezia can metabolize.
You'll see this one rated 4 comedogenic all over the internet. That number isn't from a single study, and the actual research is more interesting.
The original rating comes from 1980s rabbit ear tests (which are a shaky basis for anything). But Ethylhexyl Palmitate is one of the few ingredients with real human data behind it. A 2021 controlled trial found this ingredient increased microcomedones by an average of 365% over four weeks.
Just know that test used the pure ingredient under an occlusive pad on back skin; most products use it at much lower levels alongside other ingredients and plenty of people use those with no issue.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateOleyl Erucate is created from oleyl alcohol and erucic acid. It mainly functions as an emollient.
Emollients help soften and hydrate the skin by forming a lightweight film on skin that reduces water loss and improves feel.
In some cases, Oleyl Erucate is used as a solvent or dispersing agent to help make formulations easier to spread.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Oleyl ErucateOlive Oil PEG-7 Esters is an emollient and emulsifier that is water dispersible despite being oil derived.
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel evaluated it as part of a 130-ingredient group of "PEGylated Oils" and concluded the whole group, including this one, is safe as used in cosmetics when formulated to be non-irritating.
Industry survey data shows use concentrations from about 0.05% up to 97%, with leave-on products typically sitting closer to 1-12%.
This exact ingredient doesn't have documented case reports but closely related PEG-7 fatty acid esters do; there's a published case of contact dermatitis from PEG-7 hydrogenated castor oil in a sunscreen, and another from PEG-7 monooleate.
A true allergy is possible but appears uncommon. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
This ingredient shows up on a lot of "pore-clogging" lists but there's no real evidence behind that. It doesn't even have a comedogenic rating from an actual study; the numbers you'll find online come from blogs citing other blogs.
Ratings for other ingredients mostly come from a 1980s rabbit ear test. This test doesn't translate well to human skin or to real products because the ingredient sits at a much lower percentage. Some people still find it breaks them out. So if that's you, definitely trust your skin.
The Malassezia yeast breaks down fatty acid esters in the C11-24 range. Since this ingredient is an ester of olive oil's fatty acids (mostly C18), it may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Olive Oil PEG-7 EstersPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate is a synthetic, oil-loving helper ingredient that does two jobs:
This ingredient is made by joining three building blocks: PEG, Isostearic Acid and glycerin. The PEG gives it the oil-and-water blending power.
This ingredient has been found safe for use in cosmetics and broader PEG family testing shows minimal irritation/sensitization. The molecule's large size also means it isn't expected to penetrate skin to any meaningful degree.
Fungal acne note: This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe due to isostearic acid (C18). Isostearic acid falls into the C11-24 range that Malassezia can feed on.
Learn more about PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateSynthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
This ingredient has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Synthetic Waxes are straight/branched-chain hydrocarbons with no ester bond or fatty acids. That means there is nothing for the Malassezia yeast to feed on.
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