DOES MAKEUP CAUSE ACNE

Last night when getting ready for the party you looked so gorgeous that you was the MISS ATTRACTION of the party.You went to the bed smiling and for the whole night dreaming that you can compete for MISS WORLD.But hold on,you woke up in the morning,brushing your teeth and screams out when you look in the mirror and you spot them. Huge zits are popping out on your face and your good morning turns into a bad morning.Their goes brainstorming and you asking yourself "did my makeup broke me out"???

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what is a acne cosmetica??

Acne are caused by highly active oil glands in skin.when the tiny pores of our skin get blocked they oozes out into zits or acne.The research had shown their is a link between the cosmetics and acne,as the products which are comedogenic and are non-oil free makes the sebaceous(oil) glands to secrete more oil and result in clogging of pores.But don't mistake acne caused by other factors with acne due to cosmetics.Acne cosmetica usually appears as rashes,small bumps on cheeks,neck,forehead or at any place where you applied makeup.

Myth-makeup causes true acne?

Fact is makeup don't causes any true acne it only triggers the conditions and makes you break out.

So as,every cosmetic company is claiming for non-comedogenic products that don't causes acne.But before buying grasp few points:

1.AVOID FRAGRANCE

Fragrances can trigger with acne,so it would be better to have products which are fragrance free or hypo allergic. some makeup products do claim about being unscented but actually they are scented to hide some of the strong ingredients smell in the makeup.So before buying any foundations and concealers check out they are unscented as non fragrance product is more safe.You can even have patch testing to check if it is allergic to you or not.

2.BE CHOOSY WITH SHADOWS AND BLUSH

BLUSH

Those eye shadows which gives beautiful pop of color to your eyes and those lovely blushes actually have mica particles in them which can give you rashes.So while buying shadows and blushes make sure they are less shimmery and do not contain carmine( which is a pigment of bright red color obtained from insect wings and belong to aluminium family),bismuth oxychloride ( which belongs to arsenic family) and is used to make eye shadow stick to eyes.

3.HAVE BATH AFTER EXERCISING

This is the most important thing,sweat as it is do not cause acne,but there are chances that sweating block the pores and more dust gets attracted.So to avoid acne make sure after you sweat have a proper bath to get clear and flawless skin.

4.AVOID LOTION AND SUNSCREEN WITH FATTY ACID

SUNSCREEN AND LOTIONS

Most of us can't stay without lotion and sunscreen.But before buying your favorite lotion check out these ingredients should not be there.

• Lanolin's-These are the fatty acids which are extracted from sheep skin or sheep wool.This is the most commonly used ingredient in cosmetics and can make you break out and block your pores.So stay away from any derivative of lanolin(Acetylated lanolin,lanolin alcohol etc).But natural lanolin oil itself is safe,don't get confuse.
• Isopropyl Myristate-This is another fatty acid which you need to check it out.This is the most commonly makeup ingredient to smooth out your makeup and give you a flawless.This fatty acid will surely break it you out.So check out before buying your favorite lotion.
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5. CHECK YOUR WIPES AND MAKEUP REMOVER

MAKEUP REMOVING WIPES

Though most of the reputable companies play safe with the wipes and makeup remover but still this harmful ingredient Methylisothiazolinone. This is the irritating ingredient which can break you out.Even some companies use this in baby wipes and shampoos.So play safe and check before you buy next time

6. DO NOT OVER DRY YOUR SKIN

DO NOT OVER DRY YOUR SKIN

Most people with oily skin thinks that making your skin prevents acne.But that is not true as skin have a natural tendency to adjust itself for oil producing glands.More you interfere with your skin more harm you are doing.So stop using products which makes your skin over dry.

7.LIPSTICKS AND LIP GLOSS

LIPSTICK

These are the backbone of cosmetic industry.But have you noticed using lipsticks of certain brands cause acne around your lips.So if you are suffering from this check out does your lipstick contain Tochopheryl Acetate also known as vitamin E acetate.This can cause you irritation and burning.Also go for a lead free lipstick.

So make sure next time when you buy any product check out first for the ingredient list.Try to use simple cosmetic products as they are better for a healthy skin.

Stay blessed.