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Lavender flower extract: is it comedogenic? What it does in skincare

INCI name: Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract

Acne verdict Watch

Worth watching on acne-prone skin

  • ComedogenicNo published rating
  • IrritancyNo published rating

What it does

Fragrant extract that can sensitize some skin.

  • Cleansing
  • Deodorant
  • Masking
  • Refreshing
  • Tonic

Lavender flower extract in plain English

Lavender flower extract adds scent and contains aromatic compounds such as linalool. These compounds can become irritating or sensitizing over time, especially for sensitive or acne-prone skin. It is usually milder than lavender oil, but it is still worth watching if you react to fragrance.

Is lavender flower extract bad for acne?

Not usually, but it is worth watching. Lavender flower extract is not a proven pore-clogger, but it can bother some breakout-prone or sensitive skin. Notice how your skin reacts when a product lists it near the top.

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Also called

  • Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract
  • Lavender extract
  • Lavandula angustifolia flower extract

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Frequently asked questions

Is lavender flower extract comedogenic?

Lavender flower extract has no published comedogenic rating in Fulton's 1989 table. It is not a proven pore-clogger, but it is worth watching on acne-prone skin.

What does lavender flower extract do in skincare?

In short: fragrant extract that can sensitize some skin. In formulas it is used for cleansing, deodorant, masking, refreshing and tonic.

What else is lavender flower extract called on ingredient labels?

On ingredient lists, lavender flower extract can also appear as Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract, Lavender extract or Lavandula angustifolia flower extract.

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