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== gpt-5 ==
=== User: comodogenic rating of common items ===
comodogenic rating of common items

=== Assistant: Here’s a handy comedogenic rating list of common skincare and cosmetic ingredients, ranging from 0 non-comedogenic to 5… ===
Here’s a handy comedogenic rating list of common skincare and cosmetic ingredients, ranging from 0 (non-comedogenic) to 5 (highly comedogenic) — meaning how likely they are to clog pores or cause acne.

===== 🧴 Oils & Butters =====

| Ingredient                            | Comedogenic Rating | Notes                                   |
| ------------------------------------- | ------------------ | --------------------------------------- |
| Argan Oil                             | 0                  | Lightweight, great for all skin types   |
| Jojoba Oil                            | 2                  | Closely mimics skin sebum               |
| Rosehip Oil                           | 1                  | Good for oily/acne-prone skin           |
| Squalane (olive or sugarcane derived) | 0                  | Excellent for all skin types            |
| Grapeseed Oil                         | 1                  | Non-greasy, helps oily skin             |
| Sunflower Oil (high linoleic)         | 0                  | Non-clogging, soothing                  |
| Sweet Almond Oil                      | 2                  | Okay for normal/dry, not for acne-prone |
| Coconut Oil                           | 4                  | Very clogging for oily/acne-prone skin  |
| Shea Butter                           | 3                  | Can clog pores on face, fine on body    |
| Cocoa Butter                          | 4                  | Rich but pore-clogging for many         |
| Olive Oil                             | 2                  | Can clog pores for some                 |
| Castor Oil                            | 1                  | Often used in cleansing oils            |
| Avocado Oil                           | 3                  | Moisturizing but may cause breakouts    |
| Mineral Oil                           | 0                  | Non-comedogenic despite reputation      |
| Lanolin                               | 4                  | Very comedogenic for some               |

===== 💧 Waxes & Fatty Acids =====

| Ingredient    | Comedogenic Rating | Notes                                  |
| ------------- | ------------------ | -------------------------------------- |
| Beeswax       | 2                  | Usually safe in small %                |
| Carnauba Wax  | 1                  | Non-comedogenic                        |
| Stearic Acid  | 2                  | Generally safe unless heavy use        |
| Lauric Acid   | 4                  | Found in coconut oil, acne-triggering  |
| Myristic Acid | 3                  | Can clog pores                         |
| Oleic Acid    | 3                  | Heavier fatty acid, may aggravate acne |
| Linoleic Acid | 1                  | Balances sebum, helps acne-prone skin  |

===== 🧪 Esters & Emollients (common in moisturizers) =====

| Ingredient           | Comedogenic Rating | Notes                                    |
| -------------------- | ------------------ | ---------------------------------------- |
| Isopropyl Myristate  | 5                  | Very pore-clogging                       |
| Isopropyl Palmitate  | 4                  | Often causes acne                        |
| Cetyl Alcohol        | 2                  | Usually safe (fatty alcohol, not drying) |
| Stearyl Alcohol      | 2                  | Generally non-comedogenic                |
| Cetearyl Alcohol     | 2                  | Safe in most formulations                |
| Glyceryl Stearate    | 3                  | Moderate clogging potential              |
| Ethylhexyl Palmitate | 4                  | Can be heavy for acne-prone skin         |
| Decyl Oleate         | 3                  | Moderately clogging                      |
| Isocetyl Stearate    | 4                  | Avoid if acne-prone                      |
| Dimethicone          | 1                  | Non-comedogenic silicone barrier         |
| Cyclopentasiloxane   | 0                  | Very safe for oily/acne-prone skin       |

===== 🌿 Other Common Ingredients =====

| Ingredient             | Comedogenic Rating | Notes                                  |
| ---------------------- | ------------------ | -------------------------------------- |
| Aloe Vera              | 0                  | Soothing and healing                   |
| Glycerin               | 0                  | Humectant, draws moisture              |
| Hyaluronic Acid        | 0                  | Non-comedogenic                        |
| Vitamin E (Tocopherol) | 2                  | Beneficial but may clog pores for some |
| Panthenol (B5)         | 0                  | Healing and safe                       |
| Petrolatum (Vaseline)  | 0                  | Non-comedogenic occlusive              |
| Zinc Oxide             | 0                  | Calms skin and prevents acne           |
| Titanium Dioxide       | 1                  | Low clogging risk                      |

===== 🔍 Quick Summary =====

Best (safe for acne-prone):
Squalane, Argan Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Rosehip Oil, Sunflower Oil, Dimethicone, Aloe Vera, Zinc Oxide

Avoid if acne-prone:
Coconut Oil, Cocoa Butter, Isopropyl Myristate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Lanolin

Would you like me to make a sorted list (0–5) or a downloadable reference chart (PDF or image) for quick lookup?