Chili Pepper Resin
INCI: Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Resin
Capsaicin-rich oleoresin from chili peppers that triggers TRPV1 receptors, producing heat, redness, and lip plumping. High risk of stinging and burning, especially on sensitive skin.
ComedogenicDescribes any ingredient, cosmetic, or skincare product that tends to clog pores. Scored 0 (non-comedogenic) to 5 (highly likely to clog pores).
1 / 5
IrritancyRefers to the state or quality of being irritating, provoking annoyance, or causing physical discomfort. Scored 0 (well tolerated) to 5 (likely to irritate sensitive skin).
5 / 5
EWGThe Environmental Working Group operates the EWG Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database, which evaluates the safety of tens of thousands of personal care products. Scored 0–10 based on hazard level: 0–2 low hazard, 3–6 moderate, 7–10 high.
3 / 10
Functions
warming-agent, counterirritant
Functions in a formula
- warming-agent
- counterirritant
Possible concerns
Also listed as
Capsaicin Resin · Cayenne Oleoresin
Our matcher recognises all of these names automatically.
This page is continuously reviewed. Last updated 7/1/2026.
Informational only - not medical advice. See methodology.