Ingredient · dataset v56
Bisabolol and fungal acne
No known trigger
Why it's not a known trigger
A single defined sesquiterpene molecule, not a variable whole-plant extract; no fatty chain.
Chamomile-derived, but judged as a molecule, not an extract.
Evidence strength
Judged neutral — no trigger evidence
Function
Botanical
Also listed as
Alpha-Bisabolol
Checked products with this ingredient (3)
Product types: Body care, Moisturizers, Sunscreens
Body care (1)
Moisturizers (1)
Sunscreens (1)
Related botanical
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice — No known trigger
- Aphanothece Sacrum Polysaccharide — No known trigger
- Avena Sativa Kernel Extract — May trigger · Limited evidence
- Avena Sativa Kernel Flour — No known trigger
- Avena Sativa Seed Water — No known trigger
- Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice — No known trigger
- Boswellia Carterii Gum Oil — No known trigger
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract — No known trigger
Sources
EU CosIng database — search the INCI name
Last reviewed: 2026-10-13 (dataset v56).
Questions
Does Bisabolol trigger fungal acne?
No known trigger: A single defined sesquiterpene molecule, not a variable whole-plant extract; no fatty chain.
Does Bisabolol feed Malassezia?
No known link: Bisabolol is judged with no known trigger. One screened ingredient is not a product verdict — when in doubt, ask a dermatologist.
Is this medical advice?
No. We screen ingredient lists; we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. When in doubt, ask a dermatologist.
Check a full list containing Bisabolol →
Not medical advice: we screen ingredient lists for potential triggers — we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. Dataset v56.