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Eugenol

Moderate

Quick verdict

High concern

Eugenol skin safety dashboard

Eugenol scores 46/100 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 Eugenol and why is it used?

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

Will Eugenol clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 4/5

Eugenol 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 Eugenol?

Moderate

Eugenol currently scores 46/100, 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 Eugenol safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Eugenol a safety score of 46/100 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 Eugenol?

Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Eugenol, 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

Rating sourced from official regulatory and scientific databases.Confidence: HighLast reviewed Jun 13, 2026
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Found in 1 Products

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Via natural vitamin E oil

medium

A naturally occurring aromatic compound that is a known potential skin sensitizer and allergen.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eugenol and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Eugenol. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 1 products in our database, Eugenol appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Eugenol clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Eugenol 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 Eugenol?
Eugenol currently scores 46/100, 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 Eugenol safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Eugenol a safety score of 46/100 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 Eugenol?
Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Eugenol, since it carries a stronger pore-clogging signal. Other skin types generally have less to weigh. This is informational, not medical advice.