Coconut oil is not recommended for people with fungal acne because it contains a large amount of saturated fatty acids called lauric acid, which Malassezia, the fungus behind both fungal acne and seborrhoeic dermatitis-driven dandruff, feeds off of. While coconut oil is great for most acne, it has not been shown to improve the comedones or inflammatory papules or cysts of acne. However, lauric acid has been shown to kill off the strain of bacteria linked to acne. To use coconut oil to treat acne, you should use only unrefined cold-pressed virgin coconut oil and check your skin’s sensitivity by doing a patch test.
It’s important to note that coconut oil is considered highly comedogenic (meaning it can clog pores) and can pose some serious risk for acneic skin. Therefore, it’s best to avoid using coconut oil on your skin if you have fungal acne.
If you’re looking for alternative skincare products that are safe for fungal acne, consider looking for products that contain ingredients such as salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, tea tree oil, or sulfur. These ingredients have been shown to be effective in treating fungal acne.
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