As much as we love to use makeup to cover up blemishes, that dab or two of concealer might actually be the cause of your acne *cue dramatic music*.<\/p>\n
Yep, it’s true…quite a few ingredients in your everyday makeup can do more harm than good — especially for sensitive, acne-prone skin. Ahead, we’ve listed five ingredients that may be the culprit of those annoying pimples.<\/p>\n
Coconut Oil<\/strong> Perfumes<\/strong>
\nSay it isn’t so! Although coconut oil has been such a hit in the beauty world, unfortunately, it’s\u00a0considered to be highly comedogenic<\/a>, which means it can easily block or clog your pores. It’s fine to use on parts of your body that don’t normally breakout, like dry heels and elbows, but try to cut it out of your face routine.<\/p>\n
\nYou might love the scent of your primer or lotion, but the scent might not be as appealing to your skin. Added\u00a0perfumes<\/a> can dry out your skin, which can cause your breakouts to scar even further. It can also\u00a0increase your skin’s sensitivity, leading to even more blemishes.\u00a0Stick to unscented products and turn to a spritz of standard perfume if you want some added fragrance.<\/p>\n