Is Oleth-3 comedogenic?
Comedogenic rating
5/5 · High risk
Oleth-3 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
Oleth-3
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Related ingredients
- Glyceryl Stearate SE — 3/5
- Glyceryl Stearate — 2/5
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate — 4/5
- Propylene Glycol Monostearate — 4/5
- Sorbitan Oleate — 3/5
- Emulsifying Wax NF — 2/5
- PEG-8 Stearate — 3/5
- PEG-200 Dilaurate — 3/5
Frequently asked questions
›Is Oleth-3 comedogenic?
Oleth-3 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 Oleth-3?
5 out of 5 (high risk). Rated 5.
›Other names for Oleth-3 on ingredient labels
It is usually listed under its own name.