Acne cosmetica
| Acne cosmetica | |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Dermatology  |
| Symptoms | Dense group of similar sized blackheads and whiteheads, scattered small bumps in skin[1] |
Acne cosmetica is a type of contact acneiform eruption caused by or aggravated by cosmetics.[1] Signs and symptoms include a dense group of similar sized closed comedones and scattered small bumps, typically over the skin where the cosmetic has been applied.[1] Flare-ups do not generally occur shortly before menstruation and open comedones are not common.[1] There may be associated perioral dermatitis.[1]
Treatment includes withdrawing the acnegenic products, and sometimes applying a retinoid.[1]
Signs and symptoms
Signs and symptoms include a dense group of similar sized closed comedones and scattered small bumps, typically over the skin where the cosmetic has been applied.[1] Flare-ups are not a typical feature shortly before menstruation.[1] There may be associated perioral dermatitis.[1]
Cause and mechanism
The mechanism is thought to be
The terms "non-
The production of a low-grade
Reactions are more likely to occur if applied cosmetics are left on and not stripped after wearing them.[2]
See also
- List of cutaneous conditions
References
- ^ ISBN 978-3-319-49273-5.
- ^ "Acne Cosmetica" Archived March 8, 2011, at the Wayback Machine