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Active Ingredients

Oleanolic Acid

Often labeled as: Olive Leaf Extract

The enzyme-blocking acne fighter.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A naturally occurring triterpenoid found in olive leaves. It directly inhibits 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme that triggers excess oil production in hormonal acne.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Stops excessive sebum production, fights acne bacteria, and soothes redness.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A fantastic, non-drying alternative for treating adult hormonal breakouts.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

Because it is from olives, it is a heavy oil.

The Science

It is a purified, water-soluble compound completely devoid of comedogenic lipids.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Oleanolic Acid