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Octocrylene

Moderate

Quick verdict

Use with caution

Octocrylene skin safety dashboard

Octocrylene scores 60/100 across 1 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

3/5

Moderate clogging risk; formula context matters.

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, Sensitive

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Octocrylene and why is it used?

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

Will Octocrylene clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 3/5

Octocrylene has an estimated comedogenic risk of 3/5 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 Octocrylene?

Moderate

Octocrylene currently scores 60/100, 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 Octocrylene safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Octocrylene a safety score of 60/100 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 Octocrylene?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Octocrylene, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

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

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer - contains Octocrylene
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Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer

medium

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Commonly used with Octocrylene

Ingredients that most often appear alongside Octocrylene in the formulas we have analyzed. Open any one to see its comedogenic rating and safety profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Octocrylene and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Octocrylene. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 1 products in our database, Octocrylene appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Octocrylene clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Octocrylene has an estimated comedogenic risk of 3/5 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 Octocrylene?
Octocrylene currently scores 60/100, 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 Octocrylene safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Octocrylene a safety score of 60/100 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 Octocrylene?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Octocrylene, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.