What is a non-comedogenic product?

The term "comedogenic" originates from the word "comedones" and refers to the ability of a cosmetic ingredient or a cosmetic product to block the sebaceous glands, which are responsible for the production of sebum. Indeed, when using such beauty treatments, a more or less impermeable layer forms on the skin, helping to limit insensible water loss and thus preserve the hydration of the epidermis. This occlusive film also serves to protect it from external aggressions. This is beneficial for dry skin or when exposed to external factors that can disrupt the hydrolipidic balance of others (temperature variations, pollution, air conditioning, etc...). However, this occlusion prevents the natural evacuation of sebum, which tends to cause various skin problems, such as:

• The enlarged pores occur when the skin texture is not uniform and the pores become visible;

• The open microcysts, also known as blackheads, which are caused by the blockage of the sebaceous glands and the oxidation of sebum, giving them their dark colour;

• The closed microcysts, also known as whiteheads, which develop on the skin's surface, creating a white bump;

• Theacne manifests itself in the form of persistent white spots or swollen and painful red spots.

This concept is particularly significant for individuals with combination to oily skin or those suffering from blemish-prone skin, as they are more likely to develop comedones following the use of a comedogenic product. Therefore, these skin types would greatly benefit from choosing a non-comedogenic cosmetic. Essentially, a non-comedogenic skincare product is simply one that is devoid of comedogenic substances. It has the advantage of not clogging the skin's pores, thus limiting the occurrence of spots and other imperfections. These products are therefore allies for acne-prone skin, blemished skin, skin with an acne tendency, or simply combination to oily skin.

A small clarification : The use of non-comedogenic products does not in any way mean the total disappearance of your acne. It is possible that your acne is hormonal in origin, in which case non-comedogenic treatments will help you avoid their amplification and at best reduce the number of your spots. Moreover, these products are not exclusively reserved for the face. Indeed, this is also applicable for all skincare products that come into contact with your skin. Other parts of the body, such as the back or the décolletage, can very well be affected by comedones.