Ingredient · dataset v56
Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate and fungal acne
No known trigger
Why it's not a known trigger
A C7 diacid esterified to C8 alcohols; both halves below the edible range, like the ruled Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate.
Below-range on both halves.
Evidence strength
Judged neutral — no trigger evidence
Function
Emollient
Related emollient
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- Diisopropyl Adipate — No known trigger
- Diisopropyl Sebacate — No known trigger
Sources
EU CosIng database — search the INCI name
Last reviewed: 2026-10-13 (dataset v56).
Questions
Does Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate trigger fungal acne?
No known trigger: A C7 diacid esterified to C8 alcohols; both halves below the edible range, like the ruled Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate.
Does Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate feed Malassezia?
No known link: Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate 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.
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Not medical advice: we screen ingredient lists for potential triggers — we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. Dataset v56.