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Liquid Paraffin

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Quick verdict

Low risk

Liquid Paraffin skin safety dashboard

Liquid Paraffin scores 85/100 across 1 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

1/5

Low clogging risk signal in current analyses.

Fungal acne safe

Yes

No major fungal-acne warning is flagged by current data.

Pregnancy safe

Yes

No elevated pregnancy-specific concern is flagged here.

Skin types to avoid

None flagged

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Liquid Paraffin and why is it used?

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

Will Liquid Paraffin clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 1/5

Liquid Paraffin has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 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 Liquid Paraffin toxic or safe?

low

Liquid Paraffin currently scores 85/100 with a low concern level. The main practical risk is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where this ingredient appears with other potentially irritating ingredients.

Is Liquid Paraffin safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Liquid Paraffin a safety score of 85/100 with a low 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 Liquid Paraffin?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded, but patch testing is still useful for reactive skin.

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Found in 1 Products

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Zeroderma ointment

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A highly refined mineral oil that forms an occlusive barrier to prevent moisture loss from the skin surface.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Liquid Paraffin and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Liquid Paraffin. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 1 products in our database, Liquid Paraffin appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Liquid Paraffin clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Liquid Paraffin has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 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 Liquid Paraffin toxic or safe?
Liquid Paraffin currently scores 85/100 with a low concern level. The main practical risk is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where this ingredient appears with other potentially irritating ingredients.
Is Liquid Paraffin safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Liquid Paraffin a safety score of 85/100 with a low 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 Liquid Paraffin?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded, but patch testing is still useful for reactive skin.