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Doctors Malvina Baikštienė and Ugnė Jarilinaitė-Grinaveckė talk about the consequences of wearing a mask, how to take care of your skin and solve existing problems.
What problems can prolonged use of a face mask cause?
“Maskne is currently the most common type of acne, which results from prolonged use of the mask and its contact with the skin. The face is rubbed in places where the mask is in direct contact with the skin, but the rash may spread more beyond the use of the mask, ”explains U. Jarilinaitė-Grinaveckė, a Nordclinic dermatovenerologist, in a press release issued a few days ago.
Masks can aggravate existing skin problems or lead to new ones, as the air exhaled through the nose and mouth collects moisture under the mask. “The hot, humid and sweaty skin is an excellent medium for bacterial growth, which increases the production of sebum and clogs the pores”, explains the doctor.
She is also assisted by a doctor. Malvina Baikštienė, a dermatovenerologist at the Center for Innovative Dermatology, said that wearing a mask is actually directly related to the sudden exacerbation of facial skin problems.
“First of all, due to constant friction and occlusion, irritation and other skin problems can occur even on healthy skin, because wearing a mask reduces its oxygen supply, covering the face part of the skin. derivation. Due to these reasons, the skin barrier is damaged in the long term, becomes more sensitive, begins to redden, flakes, loses moisture, can cause acne, exacerbates existing skin diseases, p. Eg acne, rosacea, perioral dermatitis or atopic eczema.
The humid environment and the lack of hygiene (disposable masks take several days, reusable non-washable masks) are a great way for bacteria to multiply, causing an increase in folliculitis (hair inflammation), especially in the area. of the beard. Allergic reactions to the components of the mask (eg glue, metals, etc.) are also possible ”, says the doctor. M. Baikštienė.
Gyd. Malvina Baikštienė
How to help irritated, red and rash facial skin?
According to M. Baikštienė, to avoid skin problems, it is necessary to take proper care of facial skin. The most important task is to hydrate the skin before and after removing the mask, using moisturizing creams and serums for the face. At night, it is necessary to wash your face with a mild cleanser (no soap at all!), It is recommended to pamper the skin of the face more often with soothing and moisturizing masks, to avoid strong acids or alcohol products that dry out even more the skin.
The resulting rash can be lubricated with a moisturizing cream containing zinc, a soothing mask with aloe vera, but if the condition does not improve within a few days, you should consult a dermatologist for medication.
Is your skin extremely sensitive? U. Jarilinaitė-Grinaveckė recommends choosing natural hypoallergenic facial skin care cosmetics with natural hot spring water. “Thermal cosmetics not only help treat problem skin, but are also helpful in maintaining healthy skin, regardless of its type. In case of redness, dandruff and itching of the skin, the soothing cream with zinc, copper, hyaluronic acid and panthenol can reduce the sensations ”, advises the dermatovenerologist.
Both doctors recommend giving up concealer foundations, because the moisture that accumulates under the mask can accelerate oil production and clog pores. And when the pairs are filled, unwanted black dots will also form. If you don’t leave home without a foundation, choose BB creams with a lighter texture.
Mask
Which mask to choose: disposable or reusable medical, but made with materials that are softer for the skin?
Gyd. M. Baikštienė recommends choosing a reusable mask, but emphasizes that it is very important to take into account its composition. The composition should be as natural as possible, eg. Eg cotton or linen, soft to the body, non-irritating fiber. Masks containing wool should be avoided for allergic and sensitive skin.
U. Jarilinaitė-Grinaveckė, in turn, urges to observe whether the available facial mask does not irritate the skin of the face or is not too tight.
“Reusable masks need to be washed regularly at high temperatures to kill germs and remove dirt. Disposable masks should be worn for up to several hours, until they get wet. Failure to comply with these recommendations creates favorable conditions for microbes to multiply, which causes skin problems, especially purulent eruptions, ”says the doctor. U. Jarilinaitė-Grinaveckė also reminds that masks are mandatory in certain places during a pandemic and that rash facial skin is not a reason not to wear them.
Gyd. Ugnė Jarilinaitė-Grinaveckė
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