Yes, it’s a  “thing” – face mask acne…..

And not surprising, as we breath into a mask that covers our skin, can take hours to change it and in general, the skin can not breath properly (and so are you).

You’re not alone if you get breakouts after wearing a mask. This disorder, known as “maskne” (mask acne), is a common side effect of using a mask.

Maskne, on the other hand, does more than just trigger pimples. It can also cause skin problems such as redness, bumpiness, and discomfort.

What should you know about face mask acne?

Maskne connected to one of these conditions:

It may contain the following:

  • Acne. Acne occurs when the pores of your skin become clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and dirt. It can result in pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads.
  • Rosacea. Wearing a mask while suffering from rosacea may aggravate the condition. Pimples and redness may result as a result of this.
  • Contact dermatitis. When you are allergic or sensitive to the material of your mask, you will develop contact dermatitis. A red rash, as well as irritation and blisters, can result.
  • Folliculitis. Folliculitis, or an infection of your hair follicles, causes bumps that resemble acne. You may also feel itchiness or pain.

If you have one of these conditions, you are more likely to develop maskne.

Maskne is almost always caused by clogged pores. Oil, bacteria, and dead skin cells are already present on your skin. When you wear a mask, however, these substances can accumulate and clog your pores even more.

A mask also traps humidity from your breathing and sweating, which may increase your acne risk.

Friction is another potential cause. A face covering’s material can irritate and chafe your skin.

You could also be sensitive or allergic to the material of your face mask. Some masks contain chemicals or are abrasive to the skin. Wearing a mask that has been washed in scented detergent may also cause irritation.

Maskne symptoms can be treated in a variety of ways. Let’s go over each step in detail:

Regular washing

To keep your skin healthy during the pandemic, stick to your regular skin care routine.

Washing your face is included in this:

  • a flower toner in the morning
  • a face wash at night, before going to bed
  • after sweating or wearing a mask

Apply an acne treatment face cream or an oily skin face cream

Take a break from makeup

While treating maskne, avoid wearing makeup. Cosmetics like foundation, concealer, and blush can clog your pores and delay healing.

Change your mask often

Keep a few face masks on hand in case you need to replace o

Apply moisturizer before mask

A mask may irritate your skin if you have dry skin. Applying a natural moisturizer, specially for sensitive skin, to your skin can help hydrate it. A moisturizer can also act as a shield between your skin and the mask.

Up beat your facials routine to keep the skin healthy and clear!