Is Coal Tar comedogenic?

Comedogenic rating

5/5 · High risk

Coal Tar is considered highly comedogenic (rated 5/5). Acne-prone skin should avoid leave-on products that list it near the top of the ingredient list.

Rated 5.

Also listed as

Coal Tar · Coal Tar Solution

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Xylene — 4/5
Alcohol Denat. — 0/5
Isopropyl Alcohol — 0/5

Frequently asked questions

›Is Coal Tar comedogenic?

Coal Tar is considered highly comedogenic (rated 5/5). Acne-prone skin should avoid leave-on products that list it near the top of the ingredient list.

›What is the comedogenic rating of Coal Tar?

5 out of 5 (high risk). Rated 5.

›Other names for Coal Tar on ingredient labels

Coal Tar Solution