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Laureth-9

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Quick verdict

High concern

Laureth-9 skin safety dashboard

Laureth-9 scores 50/100 across 1 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

4/5

High pore-clogging risk signal for acne-prone skin.

Fungal acne safe

Review

Review the full formula before using on Malassezia-prone skin.

Pregnancy safe

Review

Ask a clinician before using during pregnancy or nursing.

Skin types to avoid

Acne-prone, Oily, Sensitive

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Laureth-9 and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for Laureth-9. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will Laureth-9 clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 4/5

Laureth-9 has an estimated comedogenic risk of 4/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 1 product analyses. A higher number means a stronger pore-clogging signal for acne-prone skin.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: is Laureth-9 toxic or safe?

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Laureth-9 currently scores 50/100 with a medium concern level. The main practical risk is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where this ingredient appears with other potentially irritating ingredients.

Is Laureth-9 safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Laureth-9 a safety score of 50/100 with a medium concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.

Final Verdict: who should avoid Laureth-9?

Acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin types should be cautious with this ingredient.

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Found in 1 Products

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Dermasil labs pharmaceutical research aha glycolic acid

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A surfactant and emulsifier that can increase skin permeability and potentially cause irritation or sensitivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Laureth-9 and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Laureth-9. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 1 products in our database, Laureth-9 appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Laureth-9 clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Laureth-9 has an estimated comedogenic risk of 4/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 1 product analyses. A higher number means a stronger pore-clogging signal for acne-prone skin.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: is Laureth-9 toxic or safe?
Laureth-9 currently scores 50/100 with a medium concern level. The main practical risk is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where this ingredient appears with other potentially irritating ingredients.
Is Laureth-9 safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Laureth-9 a safety score of 50/100 with a medium concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.
Final Verdict: who should avoid Laureth-9?
Acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin types should be cautious with this ingredient.