- Comedogenic
- 3 / 5
- Irritancy
- 0 / 5
- Fungal acne
- Trigger
- Type
- Fatty acid
- INCI name
- Myristic Acid
- Also listed as
- Tetradecanoic 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.
Products that contain Myristic Acid
Fungal-acne safe ingredients list
Frequently asked questions
Is Myristic Acid comedogenic?
Yes, it is pore-clogging. Myristic Acid has a comedogenic rating of 3 out of 5. A fatty acid used in foaming cleansers.
Is Myristic Acid safe for fungal acne?
No. Myristic Acid can feed Malassezia yeast, so people with fungal acne usually avoid it.
Does Myristic 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 Myristic Acid?
On labels it can also appear as Tetradecanoic Acid.