In our reference data, Mineral Oil Free can feed Malassezia (fungal acne).
"Mineral Oil Free" is not an ingredient itself but a labeling claim indicating a product is formulated without mineral oil (liquid paraffin) and related petroleum-derived emollients. It describes a formulation choice rather than an active or functional substance.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| No direct side effects | Very rare | As a labeling claim rather than a substance, it has no inherent biological effect; any reactions stem from the substitute emollients used instead. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.