Do you ever get a random breakout or irritated skin immediately after you wear makeup? If yes,
the ingredients in your products may be the culprit. Makeup products have many ingredients and chemicals in them, and some of then aren't always best for our skin.

I've put together a list of the top ingredients you should avoid in makeup. These are detrimental to our skin, and can cause some other issues down the line.

1) Parabens

Parabens are common preservatives found in a lot of the products we use: soaps, lotions, and yes, makeup. Parabens tend to cause hormonal imbalances, which can lead to breakouts. If you see this ingredient on a label, stay away from it.

2) Artificial Fragrance/Parfum

Artifical fragrances/parfums are very irritating to the skin because they're full of allergens, irritants and endocrine disruptors. If you have sensitive or acne-prone skin, fragrance may be making things worse. Try to opt for products that don't have any added scents to it, and see if that makes a difference.

3) Sodium Lauryl Sulfate(SLS)

SLS is a foaming agent and a surfactant. This ingredient tends to cause skin irritation and allergies. SLS has also been known to disrupt the oil balance in our skin and cause cystic acne, another reason why we should avoid it.

4) Talc & Silica

Talc and silica are minerals that are found in almost every single makeup product used for the face (primer, foundation, concealer, powders, etc).  Both of these minerals absorb oil, and help your makeup stick better to your face. They aren't that bad compared to other ingredients, but if you have dry or acne-prone skin, you should avoid it.

5) Dimethicone

Dimethicone is a popular silicone which is also found in many makeup products. Silicones smooth the face and improve your texture (but only for a short period of time). However, silicones also trap debris in your face, dehydrate your skin, and they can contribute to acne and congestion. They also block other ingredients from absorbing into your skin so keep it an eye out for it when purchasing new items.

I hope this was helpful! If you have any questions, feel free to DM me on Instagram(@pendasarr) or email me at: sarr.penda@gmail.com