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Why do i get acne when i wear makeup?
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Acne: Its called Acne Cosmetica and the theory is that you may be using acnegenic or comedogenic makeup products with oily or thick foundation which mechanically block your pilosebasceous pores. I also believe it is likely that there is a contact dermatitis or sensitivity and inflammation triggered by the application of the products. Change to powder foundation and never sleep in your makeup
Answered 2/23/2015
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