comedogenic
Comedogenicity rating 4/5. Branched-chain fatty acid ester used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetics. Promotes microcomedone formation in follicular epithelium.
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.
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.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 1984 · observational · n=50
Rabbit ear assay: ethylhexyl palmitate (2-ethylhexyl palmitate) rated 4/5 comedogenicity; branched-chain fatty acid ester promotes microcomedone formation in follicular epithelium; widely used as an emollient and solvent in sunscreens and foundations
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Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml
Cleanser
$21.53120ml · $0.18/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil and Ethylhexyl Palmitate)
Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml
Cleanser
$21.53120ml · $0.18/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil and Ethylhexyl Palmitate)
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 Soleil des Vignes Oil Elixir 100ml
Serum
$39.37100ml · $0.39/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Shea Butter, Argan Oil and Sweet Almond Oil)
Caudalie
Caudalie Soleil des Vignes Oil Elixir 100ml
Serum
$39.37100ml · $0.39/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Shea Butter, Argan Oil and Sweet Almond Oil)
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 Pro-Collagen Night Cream (50ml)
Moisturizer – for Dryness
$175.0050ml · $3.50/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream (50ml)
Moisturizer – for Dryness
$175.0050ml · $3.50/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
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 Hyaluronic Fix Extreme4 Hydration Cleansing Cream 150ml
Cleanser
$16.45150ml · $0.11/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate and Cetearyl Alcohol)
Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Hyaluronic Fix Extreme4 Hydration Cleansing Cream 150ml
Cleanser
$16.45150ml · $0.11/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate and Cetearyl Alcohol)
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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Lotus Youth Preserve Line & Texture Smoothing Moisturizer - 1.6 oz
Moisturizer
$59.0047.3ml · $1.25/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol and Stearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Citrus Oils and Limonene)
Fresh
Lotus Youth Preserve Line & Texture Smoothing Moisturizer - 1.6 oz
Moisturizer
$59.0047.3ml · $1.25/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol and Stearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Citrus Oils and Limonene)
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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Honey Cloud Lightweight Barrier Repair Moisturizer - 1.7 oz
Moisturizer
$48.0050.3ml · $0.95/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol and Palmitic Acid)
FARMACY
Honey Cloud Lightweight Barrier Repair Moisturizer - 1.7 oz
Moisturizer
$48.0050.3ml · $0.95/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol and Palmitic Acid)
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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Serum
$82.0059.1ml · $1.39/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate); Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
NassifMD Skincare
Serum
$82.0059.1ml · $1.39/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate); Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
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 Translucent Loose Setting Powder 29g (Various Shades) Translucent
Serum
$49.05
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate)
Laura Mercier
Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 29g (Various Shades) Translucent
Serum
$49.05
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate)
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 Eight Hour All-Over Miracle Oil 100ml
Serum
$44.45100ml · $0.45/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate); Rosacea (Linalool)
Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour All-Over Miracle Oil 100ml
Serum
$44.45100ml · $0.45/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate); Rosacea (Linalool)
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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Hydrating Milky Mist with Hyaluronic Acid and Black Oat
Toner
$16.0079.8ml · $0.20/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol and Stearyl Alcohol)
Pixi
Hydrating Milky Mist with Hyaluronic Acid and Black Oat
Toner
$16.0079.8ml · $0.20/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol and Stearyl Alcohol)
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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