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Comedogenicity

Comedogenicity describes the ability of an ingredient or cosmetic product to occlude pores, thereby promoting the development of open or closed comedones. All skin types may be affected, although oily and acne-prone skin is particularly susceptible. Identifying components to avoid and favouring non-comedogenic skincare is essential for maintaining clear and balanced skin.
Indice de comédogénicité huile d'avocat.
Active substances
6 min of reading
Is avocado oil comedogenic?

Vegetable oils have gained some popularity in the field of cosmetic care, including avocado oil, which is recognised for its nourishing and protective properties on the skin. However, their richness in fats makes some of them comedogenic ingredients. Is this the case for avocado oil?

Indice de comédogénicité beurre de mangue.
Vegetable Butters/Oils
5 min of reading
Is mango butter comedogenic?

A natural ingredient with numerous properties, mango butter is known for its emollient, antioxidant and protective action. Do you wish to use a skincare product containing mango butter, but have combination or oily skin? Before adopting it, discover in this article whether this botanical extract is comedogenic or not.

Indice de comédogénicité huile végétale d'hibiscus.
Active substances
6 min of reading
Is hibiscus oil comedogenic?

An ingredient of many virtues, hibiscus vegetable oil is known for its nourishing, antioxidant and regenerative properties. Do you wish to use a hibiscus oil-based skincare product, but have combination or oily skin? Before adopting it, find out whether this botanical extract is comedogenic or not.

Comédogénicité du beurre de karité.
Active substances
4 min of reading
Is Shea Butter Comedogenic?

The comedogenicity of an ingredient refers to its occlusive nature. A compound described as comedogenic blocks the pores and can cause spots. What about shea butter?

L'huile de coco est-elle comédogène ?
Vegetable Butters/Oils
3 min of reading
Does Coconut Oil Clog Pores?

The comedogenicity of an ingredient refers to its occlusive nature. A comedogenic compound clogs pores and can cause pimples. What about coconut vegetable oil? Can it be used for oily skin prone to acne? Does a comedogenic ingredient make a skin care product comedogenic?

FAQ about comedogenicity

How can one determine whether an ingredient is comedogenic?

There is a scale of comedogenicity ranking ingredients from 0 (non-comedogenic) to 5 (highly comedogenic).

Are all vegetable oils comedogenic?

No, it depends on vegetable oils. Some, such as coconut oil, can indeed clog the skin’s pores, but others, such as jojoba oil, are lightweight and non-comedogenic.

Are organic cosmetics less comedogenic?

No, there is no association between a cosmetic product’s organic status and its comedogenic potential.

Are sun creams comedogenic?

It depends on the sun creams. Today there are sun protection products with a lightweight texture that are non-comedogenic and suitable for oily or acne-prone skin.

Can an ingredient be comedogenic for one person but not for another?

Yes, the reaction depends on skin type and individual sensitivity.

Can a product acquire comedogenic properties over time?

Yes, this can occur if the product oxidises over time. This is particularly the case with certain vegetable oils rich in unsaturated fatty acids.

Does comedogenicity depend on concentration?

Yes, an ingredient can be problematic at high concentrations but neutral at low doses. The balance of the formulation also influences its behaviour on the skin. Comedogenicity is therefore not a fixed property.

Is the term ‘non-comedogenic’ regulated?

This claim is not strictly regulated. It is based on tests carried out in-house.

Is comedogenicity the same thing as occlusivity?

Not quite. An ingredient occlusive or film-forming reduces water loss by forming a film on the surface. This does not necessarily mean it clogs the pores.

Does comedogenicity exclusively affect the face?

This phenomenon may also affect the back, the torso or other areas rich in sebaceous glands.

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