Pentaerythritol
May feed Fungal Acne
Fungal acne-safe products avoid ingredients that feed Malassezia yeast, the cause of fungal acne. Unlike regular acne, fungal acne appears as small, uniform bumps and won't respond to typical acne treatments. If you suspect fungal acne, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis.
Explained
Pentaerythritol is a white solid commonly used as a base to create other ingredients.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
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What it does
Humectant
A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0%
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 25%
References
Products with Pentaerythritol
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
57534
INCI Name
PENTAERYTHRITOL
EC #
 204-104-9
All Functions
Humectant, Skin Conditioning