comedogenic oil

Olive Oil

Evidencemoderate · Tier 2Irritation riskLowIn products449

High in oleic acid (55-83%) which disrupts stratum corneum barrier integrity and increases TEWL. Oleic acid also feeds Malassezia yeast, worsening seborrheic dermatitis. Comedogenicity rating 2/5 but barrier disruption makes it problematic for eczema and seb derm.

The research

Olive Oil is a comedogenic oil 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 Clinical and Investigative Dermatology · 2015 · systematic review

Comprehensive review of seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff: implicates Malassezia yeasts, which hydrolyze sebaceous triglycerides into irritating free fatty acids such as oleic acid, in disease pathogenesis; relevant to oleic-acid-rich oils like olive oil as potential aggravators of Malassezia-driven dermatitis.

Products with Olive Oil

In 449 products — most often moisturizers (122), serums (116), cleansers (94), from $3.00 to $460.00. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Onekind

Onekind

Dream Cream Hydrating Anti-Aging Night Cream for Sensitive Skin

Moisturizer

$42.0050.3ml · $0.83/ml

★★★★★4.9(3,638)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic DermatitisRosaceaAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasisMelasma

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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Youth To The People

Youth To The People

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Oil

Serum

$54.61

★★★★★4.8(1,446)

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisRosacea

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Oil is a antioxidant serum by Youth To The People. Key ingredients include Jojoba Oil, Vitamin E, Olive Oil.

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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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DHC

DHC

Extra Nighttime Moisture Facial Moisturizer

Moisturizer

$39.0044.4ml · $0.88/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,637)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Extra Nighttime Moisture Facial Moisturizer is a antioxidant serum by DHC. Key ingredients include Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycerin.

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cocokind

cocokind

Glow Essence Hydrating Facial Mist

Toner

$17.9959.1ml · $0.30/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,904)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Glow Essence Hydrating Facial Mist is a hydrating serum by cocokind. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Olive Oil.

Product Ingredients (4)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely

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BondiBoost

BondiBoost

BondiBoost Miracle Mask 250ml

Serum

$35.55250ml · $0.14/ml

★★★★★4.8(2,158)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

BondiBoost Miracle Mask 250ml is a hydrating serum by BondiBoost. Key ingredients include Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco-Caprylate, Glycerin.

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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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DHC

DHC

DHC Deep Cleansing Oil (Various Sizes)

Cleanser

$34.2970ml · $0.49/ml

★★★★★4.7(2,176)

Not recommended for

Seborrheic Dermatitis

DHC Deep Cleansing Oil (Various Sizes) is a oil cleanser by DHC. Key ingredients include Olive Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol.

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TULA

TULA

Detox in a Jar Exfoliating Treatment Mask

Serum

$48.0047.3ml · $1.01/ml

★★★★★4.7(762)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantUneven texture
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasmaSeborrheic DermatitisPerioral Dermatitis

Detox in a Jar Exfoliating Treatment Mask is a exfoliant by TULA. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide, Lactic Acid.

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DHC

DHC

Deep Cleansing Oil Facial Cleanser - 6.7 oz

Cleanser

$31.50198.1ml · $0.16/ml

★★★★★4.7(8,136)

Not recommended for

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Deep Cleansing Oil Facial Cleanser - 6.7 oz is a oil cleanser by DHC. Key ingredients include Olive Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol.

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