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4-Hydroxyacetophen

Low Concern

Quick verdict

Low risk

4-Hydroxyacetophen skin safety dashboard

4-Hydroxyacetophen scores 90/100 across 1 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

0/5

Low clogging risk signal in current analyses.

Fungal acne concern

Lower

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

Pregnancy concern

Lower

No elevated pregnancy-specific concern is flagged here.

Skin types to avoid

None flagged

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is 4-Hydroxyacetophen and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for 4-Hydroxyacetophen. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will 4-Hydroxyacetophen clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 0/5

4-Hydroxyacetophen has an estimated comedogenic risk of 0/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 1 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is 4-Hydroxyacetophen?

Low Concern

4-Hydroxyacetophen currently scores 90/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.

Is 4-Hydroxyacetophen safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives 4-Hydroxyacetophen a safety score of 90/100 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 be most cautious with 4-Hydroxyacetophen?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded for 4-Hydroxyacetophen, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

Provisional AI estimate - being verified against official sources.Confidence: LowLast reviewed Jun 13, 2026

We have not yet attached an official citation to this ingredient. The current rating is a provisional AI estimate and will be updated as authoritative sources are added.

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Found in 1 Products

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Hydrierendes Schneckenschleim-Serum mit Aloe Vera

low

A multi-functional ingredient that stabilizes the formula while providing skin-soothing and antioxidant properties.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 4-Hydroxyacetophen and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for 4-Hydroxyacetophen. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 1 products in our database, 4-Hydroxyacetophen appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will 4-Hydroxyacetophen clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
4-Hydroxyacetophen has an estimated comedogenic risk of 0/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 1 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is 4-Hydroxyacetophen?
4-Hydroxyacetophen currently scores 90/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.
Is 4-Hydroxyacetophen safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives 4-Hydroxyacetophen a safety score of 90/100 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 be most cautious with 4-Hydroxyacetophen?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for 4-Hydroxyacetophen, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.