Paraffin
Our database includes 949 products that contain Paraffin.
Explained
Paraffin is a solid created from petroleum. The term 'paraffin' can also refer to either petroleum jelly or mineral oil.
It has natural occlusive properties which can worsen oily skin. Due to its petrolatum base, this ingredient is not fungal-acne safe.
You should know
Concerns
Oily Skin
Can worsen Oily Skin
Oily Skin is determined by your genetics, but can also be influenced by factors such as stress levels, changing hormonal levels, and humidity.
Fungal Acne
May feed Fungal Acne
Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis is a skin condition with acne-like breakouts caused by malassezia, a type of yeast.
Community Rating
Very Disliked
What it does
Perfuming
A substance that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor, especially a volatile liquid distilled from flowers or preparedsynthetically.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
1.4%
Top categories
Lip Care
Makeup
Moisturizers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
13% to
30%
References
Products with Paraffin
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
91023
INCI Name
PARAFFIN
EC #
 232-315-6; 265-154-5
All Functions
Perfuming, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling
