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Poloxamer 184

Low Concern

Quick verdict

Use with caution

Poloxamer 184 skin safety dashboard

Poloxamer 184 scores 70/100 across 0 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

Lower

No major fungal-acne warning is flagged by current data.

Pregnancy concern

Lower

No elevated pregnancy-specific concern is flagged here.

Skin types to avoid

Acne-prone

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Poloxamer 184 and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for Poloxamer 184. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will Poloxamer 184 clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 3/5

Poloxamer 184 has an estimated comedogenic risk of 3/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 0 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 Poloxamer 184?

Low Concern

Poloxamer 184 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 Poloxamer 184 safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Poloxamer 184 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 Poloxamer 184?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Poloxamer 184, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

Provisional AI estimate - being verified against official sources.Confidence: LowLast reviewed Aug 12, 2026

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Poloxamer 184 and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Poloxamer 184. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 0 products in our database, Poloxamer 184 appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Poloxamer 184 clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Poloxamer 184 has an estimated comedogenic risk of 3/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 0 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 Poloxamer 184?
Poloxamer 184 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 Poloxamer 184 safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Poloxamer 184 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 Poloxamer 184?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Poloxamer 184, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.