Is Xylene comedogenic?
Comedogenic rating
4/5 · High risk
Xylene 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.
Rated 4; solvent in some nail products.
Also listed as
Xylene
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Frequently asked questions
›Is Xylene comedogenic?
Xylene 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 Xylene?
4 out of 5 (high risk). Rated 4; solvent in some nail products.
›Other names for Xylene on ingredient labels
It is usually listed under its own name.