comedogenic

Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Evidencemoderate · Tier 2Irritation riskLowIn products529

Comedogenicity rating 4/5. Branched-chain fatty acid ester used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetics. Promotes microcomedone formation in follicular epithelium.

The research

Ethylhexyl Palmitate is a comedogenic backed by a moderate body of supporting evidence (evidence tier 2 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 1 reporting a positive effect.

Read the research — 2 studies

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2006 · observational

Human assay of finished cosmetic products (modified Mills-Kligman method): products made with comedogenic raw ingredients were not necessarily comedogenic, indicating that ingredient comedogenicity ratings (e.g., rabbit-ear assays) overpredict acne risk and should not drive blanket ingredient-avoidance advice.

Products with Ethylhexyl Palmitate

In 529 products — most often serums (162), moisturizers (161), cleansers (109), from $2.54 to $439.42. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Nip + Fab

Nip + Fab

NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml

Cleanser

$21.53120ml · $0.18/ml

★★★★★4.8(720)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml is a water cleanser by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Sweet Almond Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica.

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Caudalie

Caudalie

Caudalie Soleil des Vignes Oil Elixir 100ml

Serum

$39.37100ml · $0.39/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,190)

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasmaSeborrheic Dermatitis

Caudalie Soleil des Vignes Oil Elixir 100ml is a skincare product by Caudalie. Key ingredients include Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Fragrance.

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ELEMIS

ELEMIS

Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream (50ml)

Moisturizer – for Dryness

$175.0050ml · $3.50/ml

★★★★★4.8(792)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream (50ml) is a antioxidant serum by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Glyceryl Stearate SE, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate.

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Nip + Fab

Nip + Fab

NIP+FAB Hyaluronic Fix Extreme4 Hydration Cleansing Cream 150ml

Cleanser

$16.45150ml · $0.11/ml

★★★★★4.8(583)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

NIP+FAB Hyaluronic Fix Extreme4 Hydration Cleansing Cream 150ml is a water cleanser by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Alcohol.

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Fresh

Fresh

Lotus Youth Preserve Line & Texture Smoothing Moisturizer - 1.6 oz

Moisturizer

$59.0047.3ml · $1.25/ml

★★★★★4.8(5,796)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic DermatitisRosacea

Lotus Youth Preserve Line & Texture Smoothing Moisturizer - 1.6 oz is a antioxidant serum by Fresh. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol.

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FARMACY

FARMACY

Honey Cloud Lightweight Barrier Repair Moisturizer - 1.7 oz

Moisturizer

$48.0050.3ml · $0.95/ml

★★★★★4.8(668)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

Honey Cloud Lightweight Barrier Repair Moisturizer - 1.7 oz is a antioxidant serum by FARMACY. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Squalane, Ethylhexyl Palmitate.

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NassifMD Skincare

NassifMD Skincare

Hydro-Screen Serum - 2 oz

Serum

$82.0059.1ml · $1.39/ml

★★★★★4.8(880)

Ideal for

  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantDryness
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisMelasmaAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasisRosaceaPerioral Dermatitis

Hydro-Screen Serum - 2 oz is a retinoid treatment by NassifMD Skincare. Key ingredients include Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone.

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Laura Mercier

Laura Mercier

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 29g (Various Shades) Translucent

Serum

$49.05

★★★★★4.8(574)

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 29g (Various Shades) Translucent is a skincare product by Laura Mercier. Key ingredients include Talc, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Palmitate.

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Elizabeth Arden

Elizabeth Arden

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour All-Over Miracle Oil 100ml

Serum

$44.45100ml · $0.45/ml

★★★★★4.7(3,351)

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsRedness & sensitivitySeborrheic DermatitisPerioral DermatitisRosacea

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour All-Over Miracle Oil 100ml is a skincare product by Elizabeth Arden. Key ingredients include Isopropyl Myristate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate.

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Pixi

Pixi

Hydrating Milky Mist with Hyaluronic Acid and Black Oat

Toner

$16.0079.8ml · $0.20/ml

★★★★★4.7(752)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

Hydrating Milky Mist with Hyaluronic Acid and Black Oat is a hydrating serum by Pixi. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dipropylene Glycol.

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.