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CAUTION
The Ordinary
Squalane Cleanser
Use with caution if you’re acne- or fungal-acne-prone. Gentle moisturizing balm-to-oil daily cleanser formulated with plant-derived Squalane and lipophilic esters that dissolve makeup and daily debris without stripping.
Pore-clogging risk2/5
Fungal acne2 triggers
Key ingredientsGentle base
Why it was flagged
Sucrose Stearate · fungal triggerSucrose Laurate · fungal trigger
Safer replacements
Swap it for one of these.
Each replacement won’t clog pores, is safe for fungal acne, and fits the same step in your routine as Squalane Cleanser.
Check how Squalane Cleanser fits with your other products
Layering potent actives together can cause irritation and barrier damage. Run a free routine audit to screen for active clashes and missing steps.
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