Ingredient
Wheat Germ Oil
INCI: Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil
Nutrient-rich oil high in vitamin E but extremely comedogenic. One of the highest-rated pore-clogging oils.
Wheat germ oil is a nutrient-rich oil high in vitamin E and essential fatty acids that provides antioxidant and moisturizing benefits. Its extremely high comedogenic rating makes it unsuitable for facial use on acne-prone skin.
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Comedogenic score: 5/5
Higher concern
Wheat Germ Oil has a high comedogenic rating and is likely to clog pores. Reason: very high concentration of comedogenic lipids.
Higher concern
Wheat Germ Oil can feed Malassezia yeast and may trigger or worsen fungal acne. Reason: contains fatty acids that promote Malassezia growth.
Low concern
Wheat Germ Oil is generally considered safe during pregnancy.
Low concern
Wheat Germ Oil has a low irritation potential and is well tolerated by most skin types.
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