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Arginine

Low Concern

Quick verdict

Low risk

Arginine skin safety dashboard

Arginine scores 86/100 across 3 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 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 Arginine and why is it used?

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

Will Arginine clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 1/5

Arginine has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 3 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 Arginine?

Low Concern

Arginine currently scores 86/100, 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 Arginine safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Arginine a safety score of 86/100 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 Arginine?

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

How we rate this ingredient

Rating sourced from official regulatory and scientific databases.Confidence: MediumLast reviewed Jun 13, 2026
3 products analyzed containing ArginineAnalyze a new product

Found in 3 Products

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid Toner - contains Arginine
86

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid Toner

low

An amino acid that promotes skin regeneration and helps bind moisture in the skin.

86

B.pure hair milk

low

An amino acid that supports hair strength and helps to improve the integrity of the hair fiber.

86

Global beauty care vitamin C glow

low

An essential amino acid that supports natural moisturizing factors and helps accelerate the skin's repair process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arginine and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Arginine. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 3 products in our database, Arginine appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Arginine clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Arginine has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 3 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 Arginine?
Arginine currently scores 86/100, 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 Arginine safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Arginine a safety score of 86/100 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 Arginine?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Arginine, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.