noncomedogenic

adjective

non·​com·​e·​do·​gen·​ic (ˈ)nän-ˌkä-mə-dō-ˈje-nik 

: not tending to clog pores (as by the formation of blackheads)

a noncomedogenic cosmetic

Examples of noncomedogenic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The thick but noncomedogenic cream is packed with anti-inflammatory and sensitive skin-strengthening panthenol, the titular vitamin B5. — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 22 June 2026

What sets these acne-safe formulas apart is their lightweight, noncomedogenic ingredient lists, carefully designed to keep pores clear while helping minimize redness and excess shine. — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 12 June 2026

The emollient, lightweight, blendable, noncomedogenic formula with a glowy finish minimizes the steps in your skin care routine, layers well under makeup and leaves no white cast. — ABC News, 19 May 2026

For those skin types, look for a BB cream that’s oil-free or noncomedogenic. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

non- + comedo + -genic

First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for noncomedogenic

• epileptogenic
• hallucinogenic
• allergenic
• androgenic
• antigenic
• authigenic
• autogenic
• biogenic
• bronchogenic
• chromogenic
• cryogenic
• echogenic

Kids Definition

noncomedogenic

adjective

non·​com·​e·​do·​gen·​ic -ˌkäm-əd-ō-ˈjen-ik 

: not tending to clog pores

a noncomedogenic moisturizing lotion

Medical Definition

noncomedogenic

adjective

non·​com·​e·​do·​gen·​ic -ˌkäm-ə-dō-ˈjen-ik 

: not tending to clog pores (as by the formation of blackheads)

a noncomedogenic cosmetic