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O H Mills, A M Klingman

    Archives of Dermatology
    |January 1, 1975
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    Many soaps and shampoos can cause acne breakouts. Bacteriostatic agents and fatty acids in conventional soaps may worsen acne vulgaris, potentially leading to widespread skin issues.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Cosmetic Science

    Background:

    • Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition.
    • The role of topical products in acne exacerbation is under investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the comedogenicity of popular soaps and shampoos.
    • To identify specific ingredients that may trigger or worsen acne.

    Main Methods:

    • Comedogenicity testing was performed on rabbit ears.
    • Various soap and shampoo brands were applied at a 25% concentration.

    Main Results:

    • A small subset of tested products induced hyperkeratosis.
    • Bacteriostatic agents, notably hexachlorophene, showed mild comedogenic potential.
    • Fatty acids, common in soaps, are identified as known comedogens.

    Conclusions:

    • Excessive use of certain soaps may aggravate acne vulgaris.
    • Topical products containing specific ingredients can potentially worsen acne and spread it to new areas.