Acne Safe Ingredient Checker

Paste the ingredient list from any skincare or makeup product and instantly see which ingredients are pore-clogging (comedogenic) — and which are acne safe.

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🔴 High pore-clogging risk (rating 3–5) 🟡 Low risk (1–2) 🟢 Acne safe (0)

Note: Comedogenicity ratings are general guidance based on widely-used reference lists, not a medical assessment. An ingredient's real effect depends on its concentration, the full formula, and your individual skin. This tool is informational and is not medical advice — for persistent acne, consult a dermatologist.

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Comedogenic ingredient checkerScan a full INCI list and rank every ingredient 0–5 on the comedogenicity scale. Pore-clogging ingredient checkerFind the exact ingredients most likely to clog pores and trigger breakouts. Comedogenic ingredients listSearchable database of pore-clogging and acne-safe ingredients with ratings. What is the comedogenic scale?Understand what 0–5 ratings mean and how to use them for your skin.

What this checker does

It scans your ingredient list against a database of ingredients known to be comedogenic or pore-clogging, each scored 0–5 on the standard comedogenicity scale. Higher means a greater chance of clogging pores and triggering breakouts. Ingredients not in the database are shown separately as "not rated" — they are not necessarily safe or unsafe, just not on common pore-clogging lists.

FAQ

What does "comedogenic" mean?

Comedogenic ingredients tend to block pores, which can lead to comedones (blackheads and whiteheads) and breakouts. Ratings run from 0 (won't clog pores) to 5 (very likely to clog pores).

Is a high-rated ingredient always bad for me?

No. Many people use coconut oil or cocoa butter with no problems. Ratings are a starting point — concentration and your own skin matter a lot.

Where do the ratings come from?

From comedogenicity scales widely cited in the skincare community and dermatology references. We're transparent that these are estimates, not lab results for every formula.