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Tbhq

High Concern

Quick verdict

High concern

Tbhq skin safety dashboard

Tbhq scores 25/100 across 1 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

5/5

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

Fungal acne concern

Higher

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 Tbhq and why is it used?

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

Will Tbhq clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 5/5

Tbhq has an estimated comedogenic risk of 5/5 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 Tbhq?

High Concern

Tbhq currently scores 25/100, which places it in a higher-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 Tbhq safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Tbhq a safety score of 25/100 with a high 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 Tbhq?

Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Tbhq, 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

Provisional AI estimate - being verified against official sources.

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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Found in 1 Products

Tarte Shape Tape Concealer - contains Tbhq
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Tarte Shape Tape Concealer

high

A synthetic antioxidant suspected of causing skin irritation and potentially being harmful to health.

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Commonly used with Tbhq

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tbhq and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Tbhq. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 1 products in our database, Tbhq appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Tbhq clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Tbhq has an estimated comedogenic risk of 5/5 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 Tbhq?
Tbhq currently scores 25/100, which places it in a higher-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 Tbhq safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Tbhq a safety score of 25/100 with a high 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 Tbhq?
Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Tbhq, since it carries a stronger pore-clogging signal. Other skin types generally have less to weigh. This is informational, not medical advice.