emulsifier trigger
Ethoxylated sorbitan monooleate. Like polysorbate 60, Malassezia lipase cleaves the ester bond releasing oleic acid. More problematic than polysorbate 60 because oleic acid is a preferred Malassezia substrate.
Polysorbate 80 is a emulsifier trigger backed by early but promising evidence (evidence tier 3 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2004 · review
Review of Malassezia's role in seborrheic dermatitis: commensal Malassezia yeasts (notably M. globosa and M. restricta) and the host inflammatory/immune response to them are central to pathogenesis, and antifungal therapy is effective. Establishes the Malassezia link but does not specifically implicate polysorbate 80 as a yeast substrate.
Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings · 2005 · review
Review: Malassezia lipases hydrolyze sebaceous lipids, releasing oleic and other free fatty acids that penetrate the skin and provoke seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff; oleic acid is a key flake-inducing metabolite in susceptible individuals. Establishes the mechanism relevant to oleate-based ingredients; does not specifically test polysorbate 80.
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SkinCeuticals P-TIOX Cream (1.6 fl. oz.)
Moisturizer – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
$150.0047.3ml · $3.17/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid and Polysorbate 80)
SkinCeuticals
SkinCeuticals P-TIOX Cream (1.6 fl. oz.)
Moisturizer – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
$150.0047.3ml · $3.17/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid and Polysorbate 80)
SkinCeuticals P-TIOX Cream (1.6 fl. oz.) is a peptide serum by SkinCeuticals. Key ingredients include Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Glycerin.
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Hydrating Face Gel with Vitamin C
Supplement
$12.95118.3ml · $0.11/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
BEVEL
Hydrating Face Gel with Vitamin C
Supplement
$12.95118.3ml · $0.11/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Hydrating Face Gel with Vitamin C is a supplement by BEVEL. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Polysorbate 80.
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Waterfall Glacier Oil Free Water Cream - 30ml
Moisturizer
$17.5030ml · $0.58/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate)
Saturday Skin
Waterfall Glacier Oil Free Water Cream - 30ml
Moisturizer
$17.5030ml · $0.58/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate)
Waterfall Glacier Oil Free Water Cream - 30ml is a antioxidant serum by Saturday Skin. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol.
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Obagi Medical
Obagi Medical Nu-Derm Toner (6.7 oz.)
Toner
$55.00198.1ml · $0.28/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Obagi Medical
Obagi Medical Nu-Derm Toner (6.7 oz.)
Toner
$55.00198.1ml · $0.28/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Obagi Medical Nu-Derm Toner (6.7 oz.) is a hydrating serum by Obagi Medical. Key ingredients include Water, Sodium PCA, Panthenol.
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Shiseido
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$137.1650ml · $2.74/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
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Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$137.1650ml · $2.74/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml is a antioxidant serum by Shiseido. Key ingredients include Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin.
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Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml Refill
Moisturizer
$144.7850ml · $2.90/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Shiseido
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml Refill
Moisturizer
$144.7850ml · $2.90/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Shea Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream 50ml Refill is a antioxidant serum by Shiseido. Key ingredients include Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin.
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Vichy
Vichy Minéral 89 72Hr Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane Moisture Boosting Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$31.7550ml · $0.64/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate)
Vichy
Vichy Minéral 89 72Hr Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane Moisture Boosting Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$31.7550ml · $0.64/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate)
Vichy Minéral 89 72Hr Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane Moisture Boosting Cream 50ml is a peptide serum by Vichy. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide.
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Lancôme
Lancôme Absolue The Eye Cream 20ml
Eye Cream
$137.1620ml · $6.86/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate)
Lancôme
Lancôme Absolue The Eye Cream 20ml
Eye Cream
$137.1620ml · $6.86/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80 and Sorbitan Oleate); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate)
Lancôme Absolue The Eye Cream 20ml is a eye cream by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone.
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Absolue Revitalizing & Brightening Rich Cream - 2.0 oz
Moisturizer
$280.0059.1ml · $4.73/ml
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Lancôme
Absolue Revitalizing & Brightening Rich Cream - 2.0 oz
Moisturizer
$280.0059.1ml · $4.73/ml
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Absolue Revitalizing & Brightening Rich Cream - 2.0 oz is a antioxidant serum by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Coconut Oil, PEG-100 Stearate, Dimethicone.
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Dynamic Skin Recovery Moisturizer SPF 50 - 1.7 oz
Sunscreen
$87.0050.3ml · $1.73/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Polysorbate 60); Rosacea (Citrus Oils, Eucalyptus Oil, Linalool and Limonene)
Dermalogica
Dynamic Skin Recovery Moisturizer SPF 50 - 1.7 oz
Sunscreen
$87.0050.3ml · $1.73/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80 and Polysorbate 60); Rosacea (Citrus Oils, Eucalyptus Oil, Linalool and Limonene)
Dynamic Skin Recovery Moisturizer SPF 50 - 1.7 oz is a sunscreen by Dermalogica. Key ingredients include Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate.
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