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Face Masks & your Skin – 7 Skincare Tips to Prevent Acne, Irritations & Rashes
By Mary Basiadima, 29 June 2020
face masks are protecting us from harmful viruses we still have to take care of our skin – here are 7 tips to acne, irritations & rashes
Even the most visionary couldn’t have this must-have accessories…..
Face masks !…
…and a full range of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Face masks must now be worn on public transport and encouraged to be worn in public places and shops.
For now PPE is here to stay.
it however can pose problems for skin acne, rashes and irritations. On top of this our skin has been fighting the ill effects of the lockdown including –
It is now more then ever to be:
Face Masks- Tips to Prevent Acne, Irritations & Rashes
face masks for long of time can…
�[https://www.whatclinic.com �prevent] your skin breathing and causes an in surface bacteria and fabric against your skin can lead to friction and . All this may and rashes.
A new word has popped up to this . Maskne!.
‘Maskne’
People are noticing that wearing masks has made their acne and skin worse. (Maskne, by combining mask and acne, is now being used to describe this phenomenon).
This is because our skin sweats out dirt and bacteria plus the skins natural oils and makeup combine to build up under the fabric of the mask.
We also exhale of each time we breath out. As there is no air behind the mask dirty air gets stuck behind it. The skin under your mask can get ‘sweaty’ and damp from the moisture in your breath and makes you susceptible to acne and irritation.
This can also lead to rashes in areas where the mask directly comes in contact with your skin.
Preventing ‘Maskne’, Irritations, Rashes & Breakouts
The questions skin experts and dermatologists are now asking is…
How can we eliminate the side of wearing personal protection so long of time?
Our skin have prepared you a handy guide with 7 tips to help fight back against ‘maskne’. After reading our 7 tips you will know the best way to keep your skin as healthy as while wearing PPE.
1 – Use the right type of protective mask for your skin health
Masks are here to stay for now. So choosing the right type is important.
2 – Clean mask, clean skin
3 – Follow a strict skincare regimen
We always in your . The you make in your skin always comes back with great .
If you are you in doubt about which products and to follow our skin offer free skin and skin advice. You can Book Free Consultation, https://www.prettyfitaesthetics.co.uk/, your appointment online.
4 – Only use the mask when you need to
Moving with our tips to prevent acne, & rashes we should how is to keep our mask on. You currently must wear masks on public transport. And it is advisory . Where it is safe to do so, try and take your mask off for your skin to breath.
5 – Use anti-oxidants in your skincare & salicylic acid for breakouts
It is good to get as much as possible from your skincare!.
6 – Give your makeup time off
If you wear makeup, try giving you skin a rest. After all if you face is covered up you don’t need as much anyway!. Makeup can cause further blockages of oil glands and pores which can make worse.
7 – Reduce rubbing with a barrier cream
Keep an eye on your skin since after wearing your mask.
For breakouts focus on treating the spots and for the acne
For rashes or dry skin use and .
If you are prone to irritation use a cream then normal before putting your mask on to reduce the rubbing . Look out for balms or oils which clam the skin instead of actives.
If you wish to get more Tips to Prevent Acne, Irritations, Rashes and about how to protect your skin, you can with our skin experts.
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