Definition

This term describes products that do not clog pores, making them suitable for people with acne-prone skin.

Example

I prefer to use noncomedogenic makeup to avoid breakouts.

Conversation

I just bought a new moisturizer that claims to be noncomedogenic.

That's great! I need something like that for my skin.

Yeah, I hope it really works and doesn't clog my pores.

Fingers crossed! It's always a challenge to find the right products.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Noncomedogenic → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not), "comedo" (from Latin *comedon*, meaning a type of acne or clogged pore), and "-genic" (from Greek *genes*, meaning producing or generating). The word describes a product that does not cause or produce comedones, which are clogged pores that can lead to acne.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') causing 'clogged pores' ('comedo') — that's why noncomedogenic means it won't lead to acne.

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