Whether you wear it to boost your confidence or as a form of self-expression, makeup is rumored to have a negative impact on your skin’s health if you wear it every day. This stems from the common belief that regularly layering on primer, concealer and foundation can potentially clog your pores, causing irritation and breakouts.
But does this mean you need to give up your daily makeup routine? We spoke with dermatologists and skin care experts to find out.
The makeup’s ingredients are not necessarily the cause of the problem.
The good news is that makeup and skin care products often share many of the same ingredients, though they can function differently depending on how they’re used.
For example, take hyaluronic acid, which has gained popularity in recent years for its hydration properties. “In skin care, it’s used more intensively as a treatment to keep skin supple, while in makeup, it helps the product glide on smoothly and provides an extra layer of hydration throughout the day,” said Yashi Shrestha, the co-founder and head of chemistry and sustainability at Novi Connect, a technology platform that helps retailers create sustainable products and packaging.
Another example is iron oxides. They’re used as pigments for foundations, eye shadows and lipsticks, while skin care products may use them as a shield against environmental stressors like blue light. “Broadly, these ingredients are more potent and effective when used as skin care rather than incorporated into makeup, though it’s certainly not detrimental to use makeup and cosmetics with skin care ingredients as additives,” Shrestha said.
It’s more about how you’re applying and removing your makeup.
Dermatologists largely agree that wearing makeup daily isn’t necessarily the problem, but that your habits may be causing the harm.
Dr. Zoë Indigo, a board-certified dermatologist and the founder of Skintervention Dermatology, said that holding on to makeup products for too long, especially eye makeup, can turn them into breeding grounds for bacteria, while using heavy makeup to cover up underlying acne, irritation or scarring can worsen these issues over time.
Then there are makeup tools, which Indigo recommended cleaning weekly. “Brushes and sponges collect oil, dead skin cells and makeup residue, creating the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive,” she said. “Using dirty tools can transfer bacteria back to your skin, leading to irritation, clogged pores and even…
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