- Comedogenic
- 4 / 5
- Irritancy
- 1 / 5
- Fungal acne
- Trigger
- Type
- Fatty acid
- INCI name
- Lauric Acid
- Also listed as
- Dodecanoic Acid
Who should avoid it?
Avoid in leave-on face products if you have oily, combination or acne-prone skin. It is usually fine on the body, in rinse-off products, or on very dry skin that does not break out.
Fungal-acne safe ingredients list
Frequently asked questions
Is Lauric Acid comedogenic?
Yes, it is pore-clogging. Lauric Acid has a comedogenic rating of 4 out of 5. The main fatty acid in coconut oil, used in soaps and cleansers.
Is Lauric Acid safe for fungal acne?
No. Lauric Acid can feed Malassezia yeast, so people with fungal acne usually avoid it.
Does Lauric Acid cause acne?
It can. Ingredients rated 3–5 are frequently linked to clogged pores and breakouts in acne-prone people, especially in leave-on products.
What are other names for Lauric Acid?
On labels it can also appear as Dodecanoic Acid.