Isopropyl palmitate
Low ConcernQuick verdict
Low riskIsopropyl palmitate skin safety dashboard
Isopropyl palmitate scores 88/100 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 Isopropyl palmitate and why is it used?
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Will Isopropyl palmitate clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Isopropyl palmitate 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 Isopropyl palmitate?
Isopropyl palmitate currently scores 88/100, 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 Isopropyl palmitate safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Isopropyl palmitate a safety score of 88/100 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 Isopropyl palmitate?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Isopropyl palmitate, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
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PubChem
Ref: CAS 142-91-6
Found in 2 Products
K18 HeatBounce Conditioning Heat Protectant
A palm-derived emollient that smoothens the hair surface but may be comedogenic if it touches the scalp.
Beginnings by hask
An effective emollient that smooths the hair surface, though it can be comedogenic on skin.
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Commonly used with Isopropyl palmitate
Ingredients that most often appear alongside Isopropyl palmitate in the formulas we have analyzed. Open any one to see its comedogenic rating and safety profile.