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Retinol

Moderate

Quick verdict

High concern

Retinol skin safety dashboard

Retinol scores 55/100 across 0 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

4/5

High pore-clogging risk signal for acne-prone skin.

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, Oily, Sensitive

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Retinol and why is it used?

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

Will Retinol clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 4/5

Retinol has an estimated comedogenic risk of 4/5 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 Retinol?

Moderate

Retinol currently scores 55/100, 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 Retinol safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Retinol a safety score of 55/100 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 Retinol?

Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Retinol, since it carries a stronger pore-clogging signal. Other skin types generally have less to weigh. 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

  • SCCS (EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety)

    Ref: SCCS/1639/21

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  • PubChem

    Ref: CAS 68-26-8

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Retinol and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Retinol. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 0 products in our database, Retinol appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Retinol clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Retinol has an estimated comedogenic risk of 4/5 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 Retinol?
Retinol currently scores 55/100, 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 Retinol safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Retinol a safety score of 55/100 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 Retinol?
Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Retinol, since it carries a stronger pore-clogging signal. Other skin types generally have less to weigh. This is informational, not medical advice.