In our reference data, Arachis Hypogaea Oil can feed Malassezia (fungal acne).
Arachis Hypogaea Oil (peanut oil) is a plant-derived emollient rich in oleic and linoleic fatty acids, used to soften skin and improve spreadability in creams, ointments, and massage products. It functions primarily as a base/carrier ingredient rather than a treatment active.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Comedogenicity (pore-clogging) | Uncommon | Oleic-acid-rich oils may contribute to clogged pores in acne-prone individuals. |
| Contact allergic reaction | Rare | Refined peanut oil contains minimal protein, but unrefined forms may trigger sensitization in some users. |
| Allergic reaction in peanut-allergic individuals | Rare | Concern primarily with crude/unrefined oil retaining peanut allergens; highly refined oil is generally considered low-risk. |
| Skin irritation or redness | Very rare | Mild irritation occasionally reported, typically with impurities or oxidized oil. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.
Peer-reviewed papers on this ingredient, via PubMed.