Facemasks having turned into a regular accessory for our day-to-day, and while they are a stellar preventer of transmitting illness, your skin is at stake! The recent term, “Maskne” refers to acne breakouts forming around the lower half of the face- wherever the mask covers.
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Due to the trapped heat from the mask, pores get clogged from the accumulation and rubbing of sweat and oils between the skin’s barrier and fabric; bacterial growth occurs through congestion and resting dead skin. This activity promotes inflammation, irritation, texture, and or redness- known as acne.
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Factors that can lead to acne from face masks include:
The weight/thickness/tightness of the mask, i.e. double/triple layered masks, cotton masks.
Reusing the same mask without proper, daily washing of the fabric.
Utilizing harsh skincare products during your daily regimen- i.e. products containing fragrance- before applying the mask.
Wearing makeup beneath the mask or the material of the mask, or the material the mask, bringing the potential of irritation.
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Quality products by PCA Skin are a wondrous option for safely treating maskne and ridding your skin of clogged pores and blemishes.
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Here’s a step-by-step, recommended regimen for combatting Maskne: