As wearing masks becomes routine, your skin may develop “maskne,” a term used to describe acne in the area a mask is worn. This is because the mask traps dirt and oil in your pores.
Here are a few ways to care for your skin while wearing a mask:
Apply emollient: – Skin irritation with masks is most common along the bridge of the nose and central cheeks, where the flexible nosepiece is secured into place. This can be minimised by using a thicker emollient in those areas to increase skin barrier function and provide lubrication where your mask meet your skin.
Moisturise: Use lighter consistency moisturisers, ideally with anti-acne ingredients, such as retinol and purified nano-sulfur.
Cleanse and exfoliate: When you remove your mask, gently cleanse and exfoliate your face. Also, making it routine to clean masks once you take them off is recommended
Organic Wonder Cream: Try using Melaskin Remedy to treat and prevent damaged skin after wearing a mask. Melaskin Remedy is a specialised organic cream which assists in the natural treatment of sun damaged skin and a variety of skin problems. It is a unique organic skin care product which has been developed by a highly qualified chemist who is an acknowledged leader in the successful development of organic products.
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