Paraffinum Liquidum
Low ConcernQuick verdict
Low riskParaffinum Liquidum skin safety dashboard
Paraffinum Liquidum scores 84/100 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 Paraffinum Liquidum and why is it used?
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Will Paraffinum Liquidum clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Paraffinum Liquidum 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 Paraffinum Liquidum?
Paraffinum Liquidum currently scores 84/100, 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 Paraffinum Liquidum safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Paraffinum Liquidum a safety score of 84/100 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 Paraffinum Liquidum?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Paraffinum Liquidum, 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 III: Mineral oils
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PubChem
Ref: CAS 8042-47-5
Found in 2 Products

Nivea Men · Creme · Gesicht & Körper & Hände
Paraffinum Liquidum ist ein okklusiver Inhaltsstoff, der einen Schutzfilm bildet und den Feuchtigkeitsverlust der Haut verhindert, kann aber das Hautgefühl beeinträchtigen.
Spa luxury shave cream
A mineral oil used for razor glide that lacks skin-nourishing nutrients and has poor environmental biodegradability.
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