Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Low ConcernQuick verdict
Low riskHydrogenated Polyisobutene skin safety dashboard
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene scores 85/100 across 2 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.
Comedogenic rating
1/5Low clogging risk signal in current analyses.
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
None flaggedBased on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.
What is Hydrogenated Polyisobutene and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Hydrogenated Polyisobutene. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.
Will Hydrogenated Polyisobutene clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 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 Hydrogenated Polyisobutene?
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene 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 Hydrogenated Polyisobutene safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Hydrogenated Polyisobutene 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 Hydrogenated Polyisobutene?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
How we rate this ingredient
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.
Found in 2 Products
MAC Ruby Woo Lipstick
A synthetic polymer that increases smoothness but is considered environmentally difficult to degrade.
Dior Lip Glow Oil
A synthetic oil that provides smoothness but is difficult to biodegrade.
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Commonly used with Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Ingredients that most often appear alongside Hydrogenated Polyisobutene in the formulas we have analyzed. Open any one to see its comedogenic rating and safety profile.