Is Lauric Acid comedogenic?
Comedogenic rating
4/5 · High risk
Lauric Acid is considered highly comedogenic (rated 4/5). Acne-prone skin should avoid leave-on products that list it near the top of the ingredient list.
Main fatty acid in coconut oil; rated 4.
Also listed as
Lauric Acid
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Related ingredients
- Myristic Acid — 3/5
- Palmitic Acid — 2/5
- Stearic Acid — 2/5
- Oleic Acid — 2/5
Frequently asked questions
›Is Lauric Acid comedogenic?
Lauric Acid is considered highly comedogenic (rated 4/5). Acne-prone skin should avoid leave-on products that list it near the top of the ingredient list.
›What is the comedogenic rating of Lauric Acid?
4 out of 5 (high risk). Main fatty acid in coconut oil; rated 4.
›Other names for Lauric Acid on ingredient labels
It is usually listed under its own name.