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Is Homosalate comedogenic?

Homosalate is a UV filter used in sunscreens. Its comedogenicity rating is 1/5 — a very low pore-clogging risk.

1/5
A very low pore-clogging risk
Comedogenicity scale: 0 = won't clog pores, 5 = very likely to clog pores.

Homosalate has a very low likelihood of clogging pores and is generally considered safe for acne-prone skin.

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What is Homosalate?

Homosalate is a UV filter used in sunscreens. On a product label it may also appear under names such as: homosalate.

Fungal-acne (Malassezia) safe? Yes — it is not on common Malassezia trigger lists. Check a whole product for fungal-acne triggers →

Similar acne-safe ingredients

Homosalate is already a low-risk choice. Other acne-safe options you may see alongside it include:

How to read this rating

A comedogenicity rating is general guidance, not a lab result for a specific formula. An ingredient near the end of an ingredient list is present in a small amount, so its rating matters less than one near the top. Read our full sources & methodology.

Note: Informational only, not medical advice. Real-world effects depend on concentration, the full formula and your individual skin.