Non-comedogenic cosmetics: features, brands, tips for choosing

Non-comedogenic facial cosmetics are in demand. The main functionality of such cosmetics does not differ from the standard ones, it is both decorative and care. However, an additional property of the funds is the release of the sebaceous glands. It is great for oily to combination skin, problem types... The list of brands that produce such products is quite extensive, almost all well-known brands have non-comedogenic creams in the lineup.

On the market, you can find quite a few products marked "non-comedogenic". Most often these are face care lines and foundations. However, you should not blindly trust the inscriptions - before buying a product, you need to analyze the composition and check if it contains the following components:

• lanolin-type alcohol;
• fatty acid;
• chemical dyes;
• oleic acid;
• petrolatum;
• oils.

All of the listed components are comedogenic and should not be included in their composition. After all, it is they that negatively affect the condition of the pores, clog them, provoking the appearance of various kinds of rashes. Among the substances that must necessarily be in the composition of non-comedogenic drugs are the following:

• salicyl acid;
• benzoyl peroxide;
• sulfur;
• zinc;
• hyaluron;
• plant extracts such as green tea, calendula, chamomile;
• allantoin.

All these components endow cosmetics with the following properties:

• cleansing pores;
• healing of wounds and inflammations;
• moisture retention;
• removal of fat;
• regulation of the work of the glands;
• the pores are not clogged.

A correctly selected product will delicately care for the skin of the face, eliminating defects and preventing their appearance. The texture of such creams is light, melting, they are perfectly absorbed, there is no oily sheen after application. Foundations for oily to combination skin should also allow skin to breathe freely.

The modern market for cosmetic products allows you to choose a non-comedogenic cream for any budget.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar MAT:

• therapeutic emulsion;
• moisturizes and mattes;
• regulates the production of sebum;
• indicated for oily skin;
• can be used by men and women;
• contains a pigment complex of higher quality than standard zinc;
• great for foundation.

H2O Magic Moist Holy Land:

• serum-gel for mixed skin;
• transparent, liquid;
• contains extracts from plants;
• fats of vegetable and animal origin are absent.

Noreva Laboratoires Exfoliac:

• moisturizing cream;
• indicated for oily skin, problem type;
• as part of bisabolol, hyaluron, algae extracts;
• contains controversial from the point of view of comedogenicity components: shea butter, beeswax.

"Oxygen balance", Faberlic:

• day cream;
• moisturizes well, perfectly mattifies;
• contains an oxygen complex, antioxidants;
• fits perfectly under makeup;
• there may be a tightening sensation in the skin.

The foundation, in addition to its main function - visual skin smoothing, has many additional properties. Non-comedogenic creams, for example, not only hide defects, but also prevent them from reappearing.

Lancome Teint Miracle:

• light texture;
• no fat;
• it is applied comfortably;
• masks well, but is not noticeable on the face;
• indicated for all skin types.

Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Liquid:

• suitable for oily skin;
• prevents the appearance of inflammation;
• restores, regenerates the skin;
• moisturizes;
• perfectly mattifies;
• matting effect during the day.

Vichy Normateint:

• for oily and combination skin;
• contains a unique complex of healing action;
• rather persistent, does not lump on the face;
• perfectly smoothes the skin.

L'Oreal Alliance Perfect:

• economical use;
• rich palette of shades;
• adjusts to skin tone;
• does not clog pores;
• persistent;
• perfectly mattifies;
• only suitable for oily skin.

First of all, doctors recommend eliminating somatic health problems, since any creams solve only external problems. In order for non-comedogenic cosmetics to take effect, the following procedures must be followed:

• wash your face correctly 2 times a day with products suitable for your skin type;
• use ice cubes;
• protect the skin from direct sunlight;
• qualitatively nourish the skin;
• do gymnastics for the face;
• eat right, exclude sweets, pastries, fatty foods;
• do not touch your face with your hands if they are not washed;
• do not squeeze out pimples and comedones;
• choose cosmetics wisely.

You can buy the most expensive cream, but you will not achieve the desired result if you use the product incorrectly.

You can increase the effectiveness of non-comedogenic agents in the following ways:

• to select not only a care and foundation cream of similar properties, but also other means: face masks, powder, lotions;
• be sure to make masks of the cleansing type, use scrubs;
• wash off makeup before bed.

For non-comedogenic foundations that can be used for acne and post-acne, see the video.