Makeup has added a beautiful touch to our colorful society. Whether it's winter or summer, men or women, young or old, everyone has accepted the decoration of makeup and has become more and more accustomed to it, even unable to live without the embellishment of makeup. However, makeup can cause a disease called "cosmetic acne," which can make the skin "ashamed to see people." Now, let's take a look at what exactly "cosmetic acne" is.
What is cosmetic acne?
Using cosmetics can cause acne-like changes, which are actually a type of oily acne. It is mostly caused by using oily cosmetics on oily skin or using poor-quality oily or powdery cosmetics that block the pores. This can lead to the formation of blackheads and whiteheads due to clogged sebum, or secondary infections causing inflammatory papules or pustules. It is related to impurities in cosmetics such as impure petrolatum and halogens, as well as improper use. This type of acne is caused by external factors and generally subsides after discontinuing the use of the cosmetic.
Symptoms of cosmetic acne
The main symptom is the appearance of blackheads in the areas where cosmetics are applied. They can be squeezed out but are difficult to clean. These are called blackhead comedones. If sebum overflows from the hair follicles or anaerobic bacteria or pyogenic bacteria parasitize, red papules or pustules may appear. If sebum secretion is blocked and accumulates, it can form nodules, cysts, and can even lead to scarring after squeezing or damaging. For acne patients with oily skin, the condition will worsen significantly after using inappropriate cosmetics, with increased inflammatory papules and pustules. In severe cases, fever and increased neutrophils may occur, along with general discomfort.
Formation of cosmetic acne
Some patients experience worsening symptoms after using cosmetics, most of which are hormone-based cosmetics. These cosmetics can cause follicular reactions related to acne. Existing acne may worsen slowly and new whiteheads may appear. In addition, certain compounds in cosmetics may cause mild folliculitis.
Therefore, I recommend that everyone be careful when choosing cosmetics, selecting ones that are suitable for their own skin type. Additionally, remember to remove makeup in a timely manner. Otherwise, the compounds in cosmetics can clog pores and create an environment conducive to the growth of acne.
