Finding the Best Makeup for Acne

As if finding the right makeup for you wasn’t hard enough, finding the right makeup when you have acne is even trickier.  Not only do you have to find the right shades, textures, and formulas, but you’ve got find something that won’t irritate your acne or make you breakout even more. But with increasingly new and innovative products on the market that cover and even help decrease breakouts, finding makeup for acne can be a little bit easier. You’ve just got to know what to look for.

What to Look for in Makeup for Acne

One of the most important specifications to look for on a product label is that it is non comedogenic. When a product is labeled non comedogenic, it contains ingredients that are known not to clog and block pores. Especially in trying to prevent acne, keeping your pores from becoming clogged is very important. You also want to see if the product is oil-free. Extra oil from your makeup could lead to breakouts, so its safer to go with an oil-free formula.

To go the extra mile, some brands include makeup specifically targeted to those battling acne.  Those products are formulated with proven acne fighting ingredients such as salicylic acid. Salicylic acid goes on smooth and invisible so it is ideal for incorporating into makeup products. The salicylic acid in a product will help unclog pores and keep them that way by clearing out excess skin cells.  The great news is that quality makeup for acne doesn’t have to be expensive. Examples of products that meet the above criteria include Sheer Finish Compact Foundation by Proactiv. Although this brand is mostly known for its three-step skincare routine for acne, they also make a line of makeup tailored to those who have acne or want to prevent it. Their Sheer Finish Compact Foundation comes in five shades and has a smooth and soft finish that won’t end up looked caked or unflattering the way other powders tend to look. Your skin won’t look too dry and you don’t have to worry about the powder making you look older by emphasizing your fine lines and wrinkles.

Acne Concealer

For those with dark or very noticeable blemishes, concealers are a must-have. For those new to makeup, concealer is meant to provide more concentrated coverage to small areas where you need it most. It is mostly used for dark circles underneath the eyes, blemishes, and things such as scars or birthmarks. A little of a good concealer goes a long way. The concealer you choose must have an outstanding formula that blends easily and stays put. If the concealer doesn’t blend evenly with your skin while giving you coverage, it can actually make what you are trying to cover up more noticeable by drawing attention to it. Proactiv makes a product called Concealer Plus. This concealer is special because it contains 8% sulfer, a natural element that reduces oil, helping to keep pores from becoming clogged while making pimples heal faster.

Acne and Mineral Makeup

Mineral makeup can be a great option for those with acne. This is good news since mineral makeup is more popular than ever. Many users prefer the minimal number of ingredients typically found in true mineral makeup, especially those who suffer from very sensitive skin. Plus mineral makeup tends to give skin a very illuminated and radiant look while providing coverage. Some users like to use mineral makeup along with their traditional powders and other foundations. Proactiv even makes their own mineral makeup called Sheer Finish Mineral Loose Powder. This has everything mineral makeup lovers know and love but it also has protective, soothing and beneficial ingredients like green tea and chamomile.  Proactiv is one of the few brands that also makes a pressed powder version for easy portability, a common request for fans of mineral makeup.