Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Hydrogenated vegetable oil is a solid fat produced by chemically saturating plant oils. It thickens and cushions textures, forms an occlusive barrier on skin and lips, adds stability, and improves payoff in sticks and balms.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A solid plant fat that cushions skin and locks in moisture.
Category
Barrier Support, Skin Conditioning, Hydration
Type
Occlusive

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

Moderate

Skin Benefits

Locks in moisture to help protect against dryness and rough texture. Provides a soothing, plush feel on lips and skin, supporting long-lasting comfort.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Frequently found in lip balms, body butters, ointments, and stick foundations to add body and a plush payoff. Also used in hand creams for a dense, protective texture.

Comedogenic Rating

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil has a comedogenic rating of 3. It has a moderate likelihood of clogging pores, especially for acne-prone skin.

Safety

Considered low risk for irritation in most users. Because it forms a dense barrier, it may feel greasy and could aggravate congestion in acne-prone areas. Patch testing is sensible if you're sensitive to heavier occlusives.

Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil a Good Ingredient?

Rated Good for its consistent occlusive performance and formulation stability, which give lasting softness without notable reactivity. It stops short of a higher rating because there's limited evidence of targeted, clinically proven skin improvements, and it can be too rich for oily or breakout-prone skin.

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