LipidSoft™ Matte and Pore Clogging

You are correct that LipidSoft™ Matte is known to help dissolve sebum on the skin's surface, making it potentially useful in acne-prone skin formulations, particularly in cleanser types. This property is mentioned in the product description.

Regarding your concern about whether LipidSoft™ Matte itself can cause clogged pores, based on the product information and internal testing, LipidSoft™ Matte is generally considered non-comedogenic. The product description states that it "Doesn't clog pores". Additionally, internal testing at a usage rate of 5% did not find issues with pore clogging for general skin types.

However, as the staff reply correctly points out, the potential for any ingredient, including emollients like LipidSoft™ Matte, to cause clogged pores is complex. It can be influenced by several factors:

• Usage Rate: While tested at 5% without clogging issues, using significantly higher concentrations in a formula might change its behavior.
• Overall Formulation: The other ingredients in your cream formulation can impact how the product interacts with the skin and whether it might contribute to clogging.
• Individual Skin Type: People have different skin sensitivities and tendencies towards acne and clogged pores. What is non-comedogenic for one person might not be for another.

In summary, LipidSoft™ Matte has properties beneficial for acne-prone skin by dissolving sebum and is generally not expected to cause clogging based on testing at typical usage rates. However, always consider the complete formula and test on a small area of skin first, especially if you have highly acne-prone skin.