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Acetic Acid

Moderate

Quick verdict

High concern

Acetic Acid skin safety dashboard

Acetic Acid 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 concern

Review

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

Pregnancy concern

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 Acetic Acid and why is it used?

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

Will Acetic Acid clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 4/5

Acetic Acid has an estimated comedogenic risk of 4/5 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 Acetic Acid?

Moderate

Acetic Acid currently scores 50/100, which places it in a moderate-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 Acetic Acid safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Acetic Acid 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 be most cautious with Acetic Acid?

Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Acetic Acid, since it carries a stronger pore-clogging signal. Other skin types generally have less to weigh. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

Provisional AI estimate - being verified against official sources.

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

Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 Exfoliating Toner - contains Acetic Acid
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Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 Exfoliating Toner

medium

Helps balance pH and exfoliate but may cause stinging or redness on compromised skin.

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Commonly used with Acetic Acid

Ingredients that most often appear alongside Acetic Acid in the formulas we have analyzed. Open any one to see its comedogenic rating and safety profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Acetic Acid and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Acetic Acid. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 1 products in our database, Acetic Acid appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Acetic Acid clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Acetic Acid has an estimated comedogenic risk of 4/5 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 Acetic Acid?
Acetic Acid currently scores 50/100, which places it in a moderate-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 Acetic Acid safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Acetic Acid 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 be most cautious with Acetic Acid?
Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Acetic Acid, since it carries a stronger pore-clogging signal. Other skin types generally have less to weigh. This is informational, not medical advice.