Is Oleth-3 comedogenic?
A small ethoxylated oleyl alcohol emulsifier used in creams.
This is informational, not medical advice.
Category: surfactant
Oleth-3
Comedogenic Rating: 5 / 5 (High risk)
Mechanism & Risk:
A small ethoxylated oleyl alcohol emulsifier used in creams. Ratings vary from 3 to 5, and the highest value is used here because it is a conservative choice for acne-prone skin.
Common INCI Aliases: PEG-3 oleyl ether, oleth 3
Scientific References: getskinscore.com; porecloggingcheck.com; labelpeek.com
Other names for Oleth-3
- PEG-3 oleyl ether
- oleth 3
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