ABSTRACT
Introduction: Controversies exist regarding comedogenicityand antimicrobial property of different oil. In Kerala, oilapplication to the face is a daily routine for many. Givingadvice to our acne patients regarding oil application hasalways been without much conviction. Study aimed to assessthe comedogenecity of coconut oil on rabbit ear.Material and methods: This study was conducted by theDermatology department in Amala Institute of MedicalSciences animal house, with the guidance from the researchdepartment. This study was conducted on rabbit ear model toassess comedogenic potential and antimicrobial properties ofcommonly used oils.Results: All the oils studied were equally comedogenic andshowed no antibacterial property.Conclusion: Application of coconut oil, mustard oil orliquid paraffin to acne prone skin is not advisable in ourenvironmental conditions and there is no antibacterial propertyfor any of these oils.