Cyclopentasiloxane
Low ConcernQuick verdict
Use with cautionCyclopentasiloxane skin safety dashboard
Cyclopentasiloxane scores 70/100 across 2 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.
Comedogenic rating
3/5Moderate clogging risk; formula context matters.
Fungal acne concern
LowerNo major fungal-acne warning is flagged by current data.
Pregnancy concern
LowerNo elevated pregnancy-specific concern is flagged here.
Skin types to avoid
Acne-proneBased on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.
What is Cyclopentasiloxane and why is it used?
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Will Cyclopentasiloxane clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Cyclopentasiloxane has an estimated comedogenic risk of 3/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 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 Cyclopentasiloxane?
Cyclopentasiloxane currently scores 70/100, 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 Cyclopentasiloxane safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Cyclopentasiloxane a safety score of 70/100 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 Cyclopentasiloxane?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Cyclopentasiloxane, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
How we rate this ingredient
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EU CosIng
Ref: Annex: Cyclopentasiloxane (D5)
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PubChem
Ref: CAS 541-02-6
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