When choosing makeup, it's best to look for products from a reputable company that are labeled oil-free and non-comedogenic (= tested not to clog pores). "Mineral based" and hypoallergenic provide additional advantages. Some of the makeup ingredients that are known to increase the risk for acne breakouts are: soybean oil, coconut butter/ oil, Isopropyl isostearate, Myristic acid, Lauric acid, Isopropyl myristate, Glyceryl stearate SE, Isopropyl palmitate. Myristyl myristate, Isostearyl isostearate, Laureth-4, Cocoa butter, and Oleth-3.
Please check your MDacne for specific product suggestions. (Makeup section under the video tutorials on the routine screen. )
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