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This formula contains trigger concerns for fungal acne-prone users.
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Fungal Acne Analysis
Trigger Concerns Identified
11 potential fungal acne triggers are identified in this formula.
Individual sensitivity to these ingredients can vary.
Potential Trigger Ingredients
- Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
- Glyceryl Behenate
- Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Esters
- Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
- Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
- Polysorbate 60
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
- Polysorbate 20
- Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
- Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
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- WaterSolvent
GlycerinSolvent, Perfuming, Fragrance, Humectant, Viscosity Decreasing Agent, Hair Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Denaturant
Ingredient Notes
In a lab study, Malassezia was unable to grow on glycerin without the presence of fatty acids in the agar, indicating that it is not a fungal acne trigger.
EWG2CIRSReferences
- https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Glycerol
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18510666
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11301638
- https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9284/6/3/45
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29737895
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/4128616
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC118058/
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022202X15498574
- http://en.cnki.com.cn/Article_en/CJFDTOTAL-ZHYY201307007.htm
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25134312/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5137500/
- Dicaprylyl CarbonateSkin Conditioning, Emollient
- PropanediolSolvent, Viscosity Controlling, Viscosity Decreasing Agent
Polyglyceryl-6 DistearateFungal Acne TriggerSurfactant, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Emulsifying
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1CIRSQ- Cetyl AlcoholMasking, Emollient, Surfactant, Fragrance, Viscosity Controlling, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Emulsion Stabilising, Emulsifying, Opacifying, Foam Boosting
Glyceryl BehenateFungal Acne TriggerSkin Conditioning, Emollient, Surfactant, Emulsifying
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG4CIRS- PhenoxyethanolFragrance, Preservative
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerViscosity Controlling, Emulsion Stabilizing
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) EstersFungal Acne TriggerSkin Conditioning, Emollient, Soothing, Moisturising
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1CIRS- Albizia Julibrissin (Persian Silk Tree) Bark ExtractSkin Conditioning, Masking, Antibacterial, Antioxidant
- SqualaneSkin Conditioning, Emollient, Hair Conditioning, Refatting
- CaffeineSkin Conditioning, Masking, Fragrance
Polyglyceryl-3 BeeswaxFungal Acne TriggerSurfactant, Emulsifying
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1CIRSQ- PhospholipidsSkin Conditioning
- EthylhexylglycerinSkin Conditioning, Deodorant
- Xanthan GumSkin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Emulsion Stabilising, Binding Agent, Binding, Surfactant -Emulsifying Agent, Gel Forming
Glycine Soja (Soybean) OilFungal Acne TriggerSkin Conditioning, Emollient, Fragrance, Antioxidant
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1CIRSPolysorbate 60Fungal Acne TriggerSurfactant, Emulsifying
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG3CIRSQ- Sodium PhytateChelating Agent
- GlycolipidsSkin Conditioning
Sorbitan IsostearateFungal Acne TriggerSurfactant - Emulsifying Agent
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1CIRS- Butylene GlycolSolvent, Skin Conditioning, Masking, Fragrance, Humectant, Viscosity Controlling, Viscositydecreasing Agent
- Citric AcidMasking, Fragrance, Chelating Agent, Ph Adjuster, Buffering Agent
Glycine Soja (Soybean) SterolsFungal Acne TriggerSkin Conditioning, Emollient
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1CIRS- Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateAntimicrobial, Antidandruff Agent
- Hyaluronic AcidSkin Conditioning, Humectant, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Antistatic Agent, Moisturising
- Sodium BenzoateMasking, Fragrance, Preservative, Anti-corrosive
Tocopherol (Vitamin E)CautionAntioxidant, Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Occlusive,
Ingredient Notes
Depending on the source, Tocopherols may be UNSAFE. The Synthetic versions without trace amounts of soybean oil are okay. Patch testing recommended.
EWG1CIRS- CarbomerViscosity Controlling, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Emulsion Stabilizing, Gel Forming
- DarutosideSkin Conditioning
- Sodium LactateHumectant, Buffering Agent, Exfoliant, Keratolytic
Polysorbate 20Fungal Acne TriggerSurfactant, Emulsifying
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG3CIRSQPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Fungal Acne TriggerSkin Conditioning
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1CIRSPalmitoyl Tripeptide-1Fungal Acne TriggerSkin Conditioning
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
Ingredient Notes
Avoid if you have sensitivities to Malassezia or Prone to Fungal Acne Outbreaks. This also contains amino acids
EWG1CIRS
Packaging and formulations can change. Always verify the live box, bottle, or retailer ingredient list before use.
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