Will wearing a mask cause acne? What should I do if I get acne on my face after wearing a mask for a long time?

Masks are a must-have in our daily lives. You don’t have to wash your hair or put on makeup, but you must wear a mask properly. We have been wearing masks for a year in 2020, and many friends have started to get acne on their faces. The skin problems are more serious, so what should we do if acne appears on our faces when wearing masks?

First of all, wearing a mask itself will not cause acne, because the mask has undergone strict processing, sterilization, etc., and will not be too irritating.

However, wearing a mask for a long time may make acne more likely or aggravate it. After wearing a mask, the air is not circulating, and the water vapor we breathe out contains a large number of bacteria, which will adhere to the skin. However, the facial skin is in a humid and closed environment for a long time due to wearing a mask, which makes it easy for bacteria on the skin to take advantage of it. If the skin surface is damaged, it is more likely to cause acne. Bacteria can easily breed in a warm environment. Frequent wearing of masks will also accelerate the secretion of skin oil. If it is not cleaned in time, skin problems will occur.

1. If the flow of people is not particularly high, a medical surgical mask can be used. N95 is more airtight and not breathable.

2. Try to go without makeup and avoid heavy makeup to allow your face to breathe more freely.

3. Avoid using overly moisturizing and heavy skin care products and switch to refreshing, oil-controlling products.

4. Take off the mask quickly and clean yourself when you get home.

5. For oily and combination skin, acids can be used topically, while for dry and sensitive skin, some common acne ointments can be used.

1. Wear a mask correctly

While ensuring epidemic prevention and safety, you can take off the mask every 2-3 hours to let your skin breathe. Once the mask is dirty, wet or expires, it should be replaced in time.

2. Wash your face correctly

Wash your face with warm water twice a day, morning and evening. Do not use alkaline soap to wash your face. At the same time, choose cleansers and skin care products according to the nature of your skin. Especially remind that you should never squeeze the acne that has already formed.

3. Choose a thinner product

When you wear a mask, it actually moisturizes the skin. The humidity of the air inside the mask is much higher than that of the outside air. If you need to wear a mask for a long time, you can choose lighter products for your skin care during the day.

Wearing a mask for a long time may cause skin allergies. It may be that the patient's skin is sensitive, or the use of unqualified masks will cause a series of skin problems such as redness and itching. It is recommended that you choose to replace a thinner mask to reduce the friction between the mask and the skin. In daily life, be careful not to touch the skin with your hands, because there are many bacteria on our hands. Use mild and non-irritating cleansing products and eat less greasy and spicy food.