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Polyethylene

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Quick verdict

High concern

Polyethylene skin safety dashboard

Polyethylene scores 25/100 across 2 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

5/5

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

Fungal acne safe

No

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 Polyethylene and why is it used?

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

Will Polyethylene clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 5/5

Polyethylene has an estimated comedogenic risk of 5/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number means a stronger pore-clogging signal for acne-prone skin.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: is Polyethylene toxic or safe?

high

Polyethylene currently scores 25/100 with a high concern level. The main practical risk is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where this ingredient appears with other potentially irritating ingredients.

Is Polyethylene safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Polyethylene a safety score of 25/100 with a high 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 Polyethylene?

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

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Found in 2 Products

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Kyle 704 sweater weather lip liner

high

A solid synthetic polymer classified as a microplastic which poses long-term environmental concerns.

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Kyle lip liner

high

A synthetic microplastic used as a binder that poses long-term environmental risks due to lack of biodegradability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Polyethylene and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Polyethylene. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 2 products in our database, Polyethylene appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Polyethylene clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Polyethylene has an estimated comedogenic risk of 5/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number means a stronger pore-clogging signal for acne-prone skin.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: is Polyethylene toxic or safe?
Polyethylene currently scores 25/100 with a high concern level. The main practical risk is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where this ingredient appears with other potentially irritating ingredients.
Is Polyethylene safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Polyethylene a safety score of 25/100 with a high 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 Polyethylene?
Acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin types should be cautious with this ingredient.