Since studies have shown that cosmetic doesn't cause true acne. The acne caused by cosmetics is a mild but fairly common form of acne because it is triggered by products rather than the complex process that creates natural true acne. So this type of acne can strike anyone who is using any topical acne products even those people who are not prone to the condition. A few symptoms are small, rash pink bumps on the cheeks, chin and forehead which typically develop over the course of a few weeks or months and may persist indefinitely. If you've recently started using a new skincare product and you're experiencing any of these symptoms. Discontinue use of the new product for a few days and see if your breakout subsides.

It is a common question that where your make-up goes over the course of the day? And no doubt the plain answer is some of it is rubbed off by contact with your hands and your clothing, and some of it migrates across your skin, settling into your pores much like rainwater collects wherever there are small holes in the ground. Some make-ups include substances that are known to clog pores. Although these cosmetics may not cause true plugging of the follicle, certain ingredients may induce follicular irritation and the result is small, persistent bumps known as ?cosmetic acne?.

With the clever marketing strategy it is very easy to be confused with which product to use and which is not good for your skin. With a few tips in mind; you can choose the proper cosmetic and use them wisely.

Avoid penetrating oils. Petroleum products; mineral oil and sunflower oil do not penetrate into the pore. Most cosmetic oils, however, can aggravate acne. Lanolin is one of the most common acne triggers in skin products, extracted from sheep's wool. In general, products labeled "oil-free" are less likely to clog your pores and trigger breakouts.

While cosmetic acne seldom leaves scars, it can be unsightly, persistent and troublesome. The skin's pores have a tough time dealing with the skin's own oil sebum, so rubbing in more irritating oils is one of the worst things you can do. Fragrance is a major cause of allergic and irritant reactions on the face. Even products that claim to be "unscented" may include fragrances added to mask the smell of other ingredients. It's best to stick with products labeled as "fragrance-free". Of course, reactions to fragrance differ dramatically, and you may find certain perfumes that don't affect your skin.

Even people who are not acne sufferers can actually develop acne through the use of their cosmetics. Since cosmetic acne usually appears subtly after several months of repeated use of acne-producing product, many women do not connect their outbreaks with the given product. If a product that looks okay on the label is irritating your skin, discontinue usage right away.