ML Aesthetic Canada | Skin Education Series

Still breaking out even with a “good” skincare routine? The problem may not be your products and it may be the ingredients inside them.

At ML Aesthetic Canada, we often find that persistent acne is caused by one overlooked factor: pore-clogging ingredients hidden in skincare, makeup, haircare, and even everyday household products.

The Truth About “Non-Comedogenic” Products

Labels like non-comedogenic, oil-free, or won’t clog pores are not regulated by Health Canada or the FDA.

This means that a product can still clog pores even if it says it won’t.

The only reliable way to know is by checking the full ingredient list, not the front label.

Common Pore-Clogging Ingredients

These ingredients are frequently linked to congestion and breakouts:

1. Oils & Butters

Coconut oil, cocoa butter, shea butter
Wheat germ oil, soybean oil, hydrogenated vegetable oil

2. Heavy Esters & Waxes

Isopropyl myristate / palmitate
Decyl oleate, myristyl myristate
Lanolin and its derivatives

3. Algae & Marine Extracts

Seaweed, kelp, spirulina
Carrageenan, algae extracts

4. Other common triggers

-Sodium lauryl sulfate / sodium laureth sulfate
-PEG compounds
-Synthetic dyes (D&C pigments)
-Coal tar

Hidden Acne Triggers You’re Missing

Pore-clogging ingredients are not just in skincare. They are also found in:

Haircare products (conditioners, masks, leave-ins)
Makeup (foundation, primers, long-wear formulas)
Body lotions and creams
Laundry detergents and fabric softeners

These can contribute to acne on the face, jawline, forehead, back, and shoulders.

Why This Matters

 

Even one incompatible product can keep your skin in a cycle of:
congestion → inflammation → breakouts → slow healing

That’s why ingredient awareness is essential for long-term skin clarity.

Use Our Product Tracker

To help you identify your triggers, you can directly access the ML Aesthetic Product Tracker here:
www.mlaesthetic.ca

Analyze full ingredient lists and eliminate hidden acne triggers with precision.

Need personalized help?
If you’re unsure what’s triggering your breakouts, we’ll help you identify the root cause.

Book a consultation with ML Aesthetic Canada for:
• Online or in-person skin assessment
• Personalized acne-safe routine
• Targeted product guidance

Clear skin starts with the right strategy—not more products.
Book here: https://www.myaestheticspro.com/BN/index.cfm?6B6473616D8CAE6A567743DAB8F1826B67A23BB41DF83AEF95749E1CF3B4E8E4