Phenoxyethanol
Low ConcernQuick verdict
Use with cautionPhenoxyethanol skin safety dashboard
Phenoxyethanol scores 70/100 across 29 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.
Comedogenic rating
3/5Moderate clogging risk; formula context matters.
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
Acne-proneBased on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.
What is Phenoxyethanol and why is it used?
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Will Phenoxyethanol clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Phenoxyethanol has an estimated comedogenic risk of 3/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 29 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 Phenoxyethanol?
Phenoxyethanol currently scores 70/100, 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 Phenoxyethanol safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Phenoxyethanol a safety score of 70/100 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 Phenoxyethanol?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Phenoxyethanol, 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 V/29: Phenoxyethanol, max 1.0%
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SCCS (EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety)
Ref: SCCS/1575/16
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PubChem
Ref: CAS 122-99-6
Found in 29 Products
Nivea Men · Creme · Gesicht & Körper & Hände
Phenoxyethanol ist ein weit verbreitetes Konservierungsmittel, das bei empfindlicher Haut Reizungen hervorrufen kann.
Smoothie Outf von geek&gorgeous
Dieses häufig verwendete Konservierungsmittel ist bei empfohlenen Konzentrationen sicher, kann aber bei empfindlicher Haut Reizungen verursachen.
Sebamed trockene Haut handcreme parfumfrei urea 5 %
Phenoxyethanol ist ein Konservierungsmittel, das die Produktstabilität sichert, aber bei empfindlicher Haut Reizungen verursachen kann.
No7 Radiance+ Vitamin C Glow Day Cream 50 ML
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products, generally considered safe in low concentrations.
Dior Capture Night Creme
A synthetic preservative that can be irritating to people with very sensitive skin.
Filorga Lift‑Structure Radiance
A widely used preservative that can cause skin or eye irritation in certain concentrations or for sensitive types.
Skinfix Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum
A common preservative that prevents microbial growth but can be slightly irritating to very sensitive skin.
Dieux Skin Mercy Intense Recovery Cream
A standard preservative that prevents microbial growth but can occasionally cause mild sensitivity in extremely reactive individuals.