SPOKANE, Wash. — Acne is making a comeback in a new form: Maskne. As masks become mandatory in more states, many people are struggling with the phenomenon of mask related acne.
Maskne is caused when masks rub, clog pours or dry out a persons skin according to a doctor with Good RX. Here is a breakdown of the ways that doctor suggests to prevent and cure maskne while wearing a mask in public is required.
All of the tips below are general advice. If the problem is severe, or uncontrollable a doctor should be contacted.
Prevention tips:
- Wear masks that are 100% cotton.
- Keep your face clean.
- Keep skin moisturized.
- Avoid wearing makeup under a mask if clogging pores is an issue.
- Avoid wearing dirty masks.
Healing tips:
- Apply Vaseline to dry skin that occurs after the mask is off.
- Use a cold compress to reduce redness or swelling caused by a mask, then apply a small amount of hydrocortisone on the effected areas.
- To help with pimples under a mask switch to a light moisturizer to avoid clogging pores.