Is Kiehl S Since 1851 Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser Malassezia Yeast Free Safe?
Review the flags Standard: Malassezia Yeast Free
Fails safety standards
1 of 19 flagged (1 high-risk, 0 watchlist) — Score 7.0/10
Cosmetiqly Score 7.0/10
Flagged ingredients & clinical citations (1)
The following ingredients in this formulation conflict with Malassezia Yeast Free standards:
Glyceryl Stearate HIGH Concern
Stearic acid monoglyceride metabolized as a carbon and energy source by fungal lipases.
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.
Complete INCI formulation (19 ingredients)
Deduplicated| # | Ingredient | Status for Malassezia Yeast Free |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aqua/Water | Pass |
| 2 | Glycerin | Pass |
| 3 | Myristic Acid | Pass |
| 4 | Palmitic Acid | Pass |
| 5 | Stearic Acid | Pass |
| 6 | Potassium Hydroxide | Pass |
| 7 | Lauric Acid | Pass |
| 8 | Glyceryl Distearate | Pass |
| 9 | Glyceryl Stearate | Flagged (HIGH) |
| 10 | Kaolin | Pass |
| 11 | Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract | Pass |
| 12 | Tetrasodium Edta | Pass |
| 13 | Citrus Medica Limonum Extract / Lemon Fruit Extract | Pass |
| 14 | PEG-14M | Pass |
| 15 | Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract | Pass |
| 16 | Methylisothiazolinone | Pass |
| 17 | Caprylyl Glycol | Pass |
| 18 | Carbomer | Pass |
| 19 | Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer | Pass |
Evaluated alternative Cleanser options (10/10 Score)
The following formulations in this category have been individually evaluated and contain zero Malassezia Yeast Free flags:
Other safety checks for Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser
Data Provenance & Reviewer Information
- Data Source: Open Beauty Facts · Barcode:
3605975080865(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.