Is Bioderma Bioderma Sébium Global Fungal Acne (Malassezia) Safe?
High concern Standard: Fungal Acne (Malassezia)
Fails safety standards
3 of 28 flagged (1 high-risk, 2 watchlist) — Score 4.0/10
Cosmetiqly Score 4.0/10
Flagged ingredients & clinical citations (3)
The following ingredients in this formulation conflict with Fungal Acne (Malassezia) standards:
Polysorbate 80 HIGH Concern
Monooleate ester delivering unsaturated oleic acid (C18:1), a primary fuel source for Malassezia species.
Citation: Mayser P, Grimmig D, Krämer HJ. Different utilization of neutral lipids by Malassezia furfur and Malassezia sympodialis. Med Mycol. 1998;36(6):395-402.
Cetyl Alcohol MODERATE Concern
C16 fatty alcohol; generally tolerated in mild cases, flagged as a moderate watchlist item in active folliculitis flares.
Citation: Rubenstein RM, Malerich SA. Malassezia (pityrosporum) folliculitis. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2014;7(3):37-41.
Stearyl Alcohol MODERATE Concern
C18 fatty alcohol; watchlist flag for patients with persistent refractory pityrosporum folliculitis.
Citation: Rubenstein RM, Malerich SA. Malassezia (pityrosporum) folliculitis. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2014;7(3):37-41.
Complete INCI formulation (28 ingredients)
Deduplicated| # | Ingredient | Status for Fungal Acne (Malassezia) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aqua/Water/Eau | Pass |
| 2 | Glycerin | Pass |
| 3 | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Pass |
| 4 | Isoceteth-20 | Pass |
| 5 | Polysorbate 80 | Flagged (HIGH) |
| 6 | Sodium Citrate | Pass |
| 7 | Citric Acid | Pass |
| 8 | Zinc Gluconate | Pass |
| 9 | Copper Sulfate | Pass |
| 10 | Manganese Sulfate | Pass |
| 11 | Magnesium Aspartate | Pass |
| 12 | Zinc Aspartate | Pass |
| 13 | Copper Aspartate | Pass |
| 14 | Manganese Aspartate | Pass |
| 15 | Enoxolone | Pass |
| 16 | Madecassoside | Pass |
| 17 | Centella Asiatica Extract | Pass |
| 18 | Fragrance (Parfum) | Pass |
| 19 | Cetyl Alcohol | Flagged (MODERATE) |
| 20 | Stearyl Alcohol | Flagged (MODERATE) |
| 21 | Disodium EDTA | Pass |
| 22 | Sodium Hydroxide | Pass |
| 23 | Xanthan Gum | Pass |
| 24 | Propylene Glycol | Pass |
| 25 | Polyvinyl Alcohol | Pass |
| 26 | Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer | Pass |
| 27 | Sodium Benzoate | Pass |
| 28 | Phenoxyethanol | Pass |
Evaluated alternative Skincare options (10/10 Score)
The following formulations in this category have been individually evaluated and contain zero Fungal Acne (Malassezia) flags:
Other safety checks for Bioderma Sébium Global
Data Provenance & Reviewer Information
- Data Source: Open Beauty Facts · Barcode:
3401352018786(Verify on Source) - Last Data Verification: 2026-11-13
- Editorial Supervisor: Cosmetiqly Research Team, Editorial Team
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Important Disclaimer: This review is an automated toxicological and dermatological screening for educational purposes. It is not medical or dermatological advice. Chemical safety depends on user skin condition and exact concentration. Always patch-test new products.