Non-Comedogenic

December 28th, 2005

Non-comedogenic is a term that you tend to see a lot these days. But what does it mean?

Well, a comedone is another word for a blackhead or whitehead. This is where all acne blemishes start. Sometimes they remain as a blackhead or whitehead, while other times they evolve into pimples, pustules, nodules and cysts.

‘Genic’ means causes. So, something that is comedogenic causes comedones. Thus, something that is non-comedogenic does not cause comedones and will not contribute to acne formation.

So, if you’re prone to acne, when you’re shopping for skin care products (soap, cleansers, make-up, moisturizers) make sure that the label says that the product is non-comedogenic.

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