- Comedogenic
- 4 / 5
- Irritancy
- 0 / 5
- Fungal acne
- Trigger
- Type
- Plant oil
- INCI name
- Elaeis Guineensis Oil
- Also listed as
- Palm Oil, Red Palm Oil
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.
Non-comedogenic swaps
| Swap to | Rating | Fungal acne |
|---|---|---|
| Squalane | 0/5 | Safe |
Non-comedogenic oils ranked Fungal-acne safe ingredients list
Frequently asked questions
Is Palm Oil comedogenic?
Yes, it is pore-clogging. Palm Oil (INCI: Elaeis Guineensis Oil) has a comedogenic rating of 4 out of 5. A heavy vegetable oil with high comedogenic potential.
Is Palm Oil safe for fungal acne?
No. Palm Oil can feed Malassezia yeast, so people with fungal acne usually avoid it.
Does Palm Oil 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 Elaeis Guineensis Oil?
On labels it can also appear as Palm Oil or Red Palm Oil.