Very Disliked
Oleic Acid
Can worsen Oily Skin
These ingredients are known to potentially contribute to excess oil or shine, but they don’t affect everyone the same way. Skin can be oily for many reasons, so it’s always a good idea to consider your unique skin needs when choosing products.
May cause Acne
These ingredients are known to potentially trigger breakouts, but they won’t cause acne for everyone. Everyone’s skin responds differently so what clogs pores or causes breakouts for one person might be perfectly fine for another.
May feed Fungal Acne
These ingredients are considered potential triggers for fungal acne, but not everyone will react to them. Because fungal acne can be tricky to identify and manage, it’s best to consult a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
Explained
Oleic Acid is an Omega-9 fatty acid. It can be found in many plant oils such as avocado and marula oils.
This ingredient is used to enhance the texture of products and as a cleansing agent.
Oleic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
See all 666 products with Oleic Acid
Users who like it
8%
Users who avoid it
92%
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Emulsifying
The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.8%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
Products with Oleic Acid
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
77906
INCI Name
OLEIC ACID
INN Name
oleic acid
EC #
 204-007-1
All Functions
Emollient, Emulsifying
