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Face Masks & your Skin – 7 Skincare Tips to Prevent Acne, Irritations & Rashes


By Mary Basiadima, 29 June 2020


Now that face masks are us from viruses we still have to take care of our skin –  here are 7 tips to prevent acne, irritations & rashes


Even the most visionary fashion designers couldn’t have this seasons accessories…..


Face masks !…


…and a full range of Equipment (PPE) 





Face masks must now be worn on public and to be worn in public places and shops.


For now PPE is here to stay. 


it however can pose problems for skin including acne, rashes and .  On top of this our skin has been fighting the ill of the lockdown including –


It is now more important then ever to be:

Face Masks- Tips to Prevent Acne, Irritations & Rashes

face masks for long of time can…


� your skin breathing and causes an increase in bacteria and fabric against your skin can lead to friction and irritation. All this may promotes  and rashes.


A new word has popped up to this phenomena. Maskne!.




‘Maskne’

People are that masks has made their acne and skin worse. (Maskne, invented by mask and acne, is now being used to this phenomenon).


This is because our skin sweats out dirt and bacteria plus the skins oils and makeup to build up under the fabric of the mask.


We also exhale of bacteria each time we breath out. As there is no air circulation behind the mask dirty air gets stuck behind it. The skin under your mask can get ‘sweaty’ and damp from the in your breath and makes you susceptible to acne breakouts and . 


This can also lead to rashes in areas where the mask directly comes in with your skin.

Preventing ‘Maskne’, Irritations, Rashes & Breakouts

The questions skin and are now asking is…


How can we eliminate the side of wearing personal so long periods of time?


Our skin experts have 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 the right type is important. 




2 – Clean mask, clean skin



3 – Follow a strict skincare regimen

We always recommend in your skincare. The investment you make in your skin always comes back with great . 


If you are you in doubt about which skincare and routine to follow our skin experts offer free skin consultations and skin advice. You can Book Free Consultation your appointment online.


 

4 – Only use the mask when you need to

Moving with our tips to acne, & rashes we should consider how important is to keep our mask on. You currently must wear masks on public . 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 support 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 up you probably don’t need as much anyway!. Makeup can cause 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 focus on the spots and cleansers for the acne


For rashes or dry skin use and soothing products.


If you are prone to irritation use a thicker cream then normal before your mask on to reduce the rubbing effects. Look out for balms or oils which clam the skin instead of powerful actives.


If you wish to get more Tips to Acne, Irritations, Rashes and about how to protect your skin, you can with our skin experts. 

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