Is Wheat Germ Oil comedogenic?
A nutrient-rich oil pressed from the germ of wheat grains, often used in body oils and cold cream blends.
This is informational, not medical advice.
Category: oil
Wheat Germ Oil
Fungal acne trigger Comedogenic Rating: 5 / 5 (High risk)
Mechanism & Risk:
A nutrient-rich oil pressed from the germ of wheat grains, often used in body oils and cold cream blends. It is rated at the top of most comedogenicity lists and is also a source of fatty acids for Malassezia.
Common INCI Aliases: triticum vulgare germ oil, triticum vulgare (wheat) germ oil
Scientific References: getskinscore.com; porecloggingcheck.com; labelpeek.com; truhue.app; skinsafecheck.com
Other names for Wheat Germ Oil
- triticum vulgare germ oil
- triticum vulgare (wheat) germ oil
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