noncomedogenic

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

Definition of noncomedogenic

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

a noncomedogenic cosmetic

Recent Examples of noncomedogenic from the Web

Choose an oil-free, noncomedogenic (non-clogging) formula. 25.

— kristin koch, Seventeen, "Your Clear Skin Countdown: 30 Pro Tips for Getting Rid of Acne Fast," 17 Oct. 2017
Keep pores clear with oil-free, noncomedogenic products, never sleep in your makeup, and wipe that iPhone clean (or at least use earbuds) Inner trigger.

— gina way, Cosmopolitan, "Here Are the Secrets to Treating All of Your Breakouts," 15 Mar. 2015
Don’t skip out on SPF: A noncomedogenic formula will keep you covered while leaving pores unplugged.

— tina ferraro, Teen Vogue, "5 of the Most Common Acne Myths Debunked," 22 Aug. 2017
Choose an oil-free, noncomedogenic (non-clogging) formula.

— kristin koch, Seventeen, "Your Clear Skin Countdown: 30 Pro Tips for Getting Rid of Acne Fast," 25 July 2014
Look for formulas labeled noncomedogenic, which won't clog pores.

— Allure, "The 10 Commandments of Clear Skin," 19 June 2017

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