comedogenic
Comedogenicity rating 4/5. Rich in oleic acid and stearic acid; highly occlusive. Promotes comedone formation in acne-prone skin. Generally safe on body skin but problematic on the face for breakout-prone individuals.
Cocoa Butter is a comedogenic backed by a moderate body of supporting evidence (evidence tier 2 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology · 2018 · systematic review
Updated review confirming cocoa butter comedogenicity (4/5) across multiple test systems; notes that rabbit ear assay overestimates human comedogenicity by 2-3x but cocoa butter consistently ranks among the most comedogenic natural butters; recommends avoidance in facial products for acne-prone consumers
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 1984 · observational · n=50
Rabbit ear assay: cocoa butter (theobroma cacao seed butter) rated 4/5 comedogenicity; rich in stearic and oleic acids which promote follicular hyperkeratinization; comedone formation observed within 2 weeks of continuous application under occlusion
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Onekind
Dream Cream Hydrating Anti-Aging Night Cream for Sensitive Skin
Moisturizer
$42.0050.3ml · $0.83/ml
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Onekind
Dream Cream Hydrating Anti-Aging Night Cream for Sensitive Skin
Moisturizer
$42.0050.3ml · $0.83/ml
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Dream Cream Hydrating Anti-Aging Night Cream for Sensitive Skin is a antioxidant serum by Onekind. Key ingredients include Coco-Caprylate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol.
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Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Overnight Treatment
Serum – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
$100.0065ml · $1.74/ml
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Estée Lauder
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Overnight Treatment
Serum – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
$100.0065ml · $1.74/ml
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Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Overnight Treatment is a antioxidant serum by Estée Lauder. Key ingredients include Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate.
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Eve Lom
Cleanser
$127.00200ml · $0.64/ml
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Eve Lom
Cleanser
$127.00200ml · $0.64/ml
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Eve Lom Cleanser 200ml is a water cleanser by Eve Lom. Key ingredients include Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocoa Butter, Eucalyptus Oil.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Superfood Midnight Facial (50ml)
Serum – for Dryness
$62.0050ml · $1.24/ml
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ELEMIS
Elemis Superfood Midnight Facial (50ml)
Serum – for Dryness
$62.0050ml · $1.24/ml
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Elemis Superfood Midnight Facial (50ml) is a antioxidant serum by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sweet Almond Oil.
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Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Vitamin C Fix Eye Cream 10% 15ml
Eye Cream
$25.3415ml · $1.69/ml
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Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Vitamin C Fix Eye Cream 10% 15ml
Eye Cream
$25.3415ml · $1.69/ml
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NIP+FAB Vitamin C Fix Eye Cream 10% 15ml is a eye cream by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol.
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Set up your skin profileLove Wellness
Moisturizer
$14.9929.9ml · $0.50/ml
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Love Wellness
Moisturizer
$14.9929.9ml · $0.50/ml
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Comfy Cream is a antioxidant serum by Love Wellness. Key ingredients include Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coconut Oil, Cocoa Butter.
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Aveeno
Aveeno Skin Renewal Exfoliating Cream 300ml
Moisturizer
$20.31300ml · $0.07/ml
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Aveeno
Aveeno Skin Renewal Exfoliating Cream 300ml
Moisturizer
$20.31300ml · $0.07/ml
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Aveeno Skin Renewal Exfoliating Cream 300ml is a basic moisturiser by Aveeno. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol.
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Liz Earle
Liz Earle Gentle Face Exfoliator 75ml
Exfoliant
$25.4075ml · $0.34/ml
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Liz Earle
Liz Earle Gentle Face Exfoliator 75ml
Exfoliant
$25.4075ml · $0.34/ml
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Liz Earle Gentle Face Exfoliator 75ml is a exfoliant by Liz Earle. Key ingredients include Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocoa Butter.
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Sunday Riley
Sunday Riley Auto Correct Brightening and Depuffing Eye Contour Cream 0.5 fl. oz.
Moisturizer – for Blackheads, Dryness
$65.0014.8ml · $4.39/ml
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Sunday Riley
Sunday Riley Auto Correct Brightening and Depuffing Eye Contour Cream 0.5 fl. oz.
Moisturizer – for Blackheads, Dryness
$65.0014.8ml · $4.39/ml
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Sunday Riley Auto Correct Brightening and Depuffing Eye Contour Cream 0.5 fl. oz. is a exfoliant by Sunday Riley. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol.
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Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Eye Cream 2% 15ml
Eye Cream
$25.3415ml · $1.69/ml
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Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Eye Cream 2% 15ml
Eye Cream
$25.3415ml · $1.69/ml
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NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Eye Cream 2% 15ml is a eye cream by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Shea Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol.
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