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C12-15 Alkyl Lactate

Low Concern

Quick verdict

Low risk

C12-15 Alkyl Lactate skin safety dashboard

C12-15 Alkyl Lactate 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 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 C12-15 Alkyl Lactate and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for C12-15 Alkyl Lactate. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will C12-15 Alkyl Lactate clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 1/5

C12-15 Alkyl Lactate has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 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 C12-15 Alkyl Lactate?

Low Concern

C12-15 Alkyl Lactate currently scores 85/100, 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 C12-15 Alkyl Lactate safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives C12-15 Alkyl Lactate 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 be most cautious with C12-15 Alkyl Lactate?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded for C12-15 Alkyl Lactate, 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.

1 products analyzed containing C12-15 Alkyl LactateAnalyze a new product

Found in 1 Products

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Neutrogena deep clean facewah

low

An emollient that helps condition the skin and mitigate the potential irritation caused by strong surfactants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is C12-15 Alkyl Lactate and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for C12-15 Alkyl Lactate. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 1 products in our database, C12-15 Alkyl Lactate appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will C12-15 Alkyl Lactate clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
C12-15 Alkyl Lactate has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 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 C12-15 Alkyl Lactate?
C12-15 Alkyl Lactate currently scores 85/100, 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 C12-15 Alkyl Lactate safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives C12-15 Alkyl Lactate 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 be most cautious with C12-15 Alkyl Lactate?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for C12-15 Alkyl Lactate, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.