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Moisturizing and proper hygiene will help.
From May 12 in Moscow Mask and glove regime began to operate in Moscow and St. Petersburg. In St. Petersburg, the fine for the absence of a mask will amount to four thousand rubles. You cannot appear in public places without a mask or respirator. Similar restrictions apply in other regions of the Russian Federation.
You will have to get used to masks and, probably, for a long time. Face masks may be ‘new normal’ in post ‑ virus life as U. S. prepares gradual reopening that wearing respiratory protective equipment will become part of the "new normality" Popova warned of a "new normality" after a pandemic "after a pandemic.
Of course, not everyone is happy about this. Many people complain that the skin under the mask itches, irritation and acne appear on it.
How does the mask affect the skin
If you put it on for an hour or two - practically nothing. But if you wear the mask for longer, side effects are possible. They were listed by Advice to health staff suffering skin damage from face masks by researchers from the British University of Huddersfield.
Mechanical irritation
The mask should fit snugly to the face. This means that it squeezes the skin. If you wear the protection for several hours, blood circulation is impaired. The skin suffers from a lack of nutrition, begins to peel off.
One more moment - the mask rubs the face. Because of this, the work of the sebaceous glands is activated. The epidermis becomes more oily, the pores become clogged with excess sebum, which provokes acne.
Sweat
Under the mask, the face often sweats. High humidity creates ideal conditions for microbial reproduction. They easily penetrate the smallest cracks that appear on the skin due to constant friction. This is how inflammation occurs.
Allergic reactions
Disposable pharmacy masks are made of hypoallergenic materials. However, if you are using a synthetic fabric mask, an allergic reaction (contact dermatitis) is quite possible.
Rashes, irritation, itching can also appear if you soak in. The doctor told you how to replace a medical mask with a mask with essential oils. Or you wash it in a product that is not suitable for your skin.
Someone literally soaks the mask with bleach, lets it dry and puts it on the face, thinking that now it is definitely protected from COVID. But no: now you have irritated skin and breathe in the bleach Everything You Need To Know About Wearing Masks-Until The CDC Tells Us More all day.
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What to do to prevent acne from appearing under the mask
Wash your face thoroughly
Especially before you plan to put on the mask. The clearer the skin, the less the risk that it contains germs that can cause inflammation.
After removing the mask at the end of the day, it is also worth washing your face to remove sweat and accumulated dirt. Use as mild hypoallergenic soap, foam, or gel as possible.
Apply moisturizer after washing
A light moisturizer or gel will make the skin firmer and firmer, and help reduce flaking.
Before putting on the mask, use a protective cream
British skin care experts recommend doing this half an hour before you put on the mask for the first time of the day. Advice to health staff suffering skin damage from face masks. It is not necessary to apply the cream between mask changes.
Treat emerging inflammations with SOS agents
Acne treatments are available at any pharmacy. In addition, pimples can be wiped with an alcohol-free antiseptic, such as chlorhexidine. This will allow the skin to heal the infection faster.
If the mask has rubbed your skin, apply a regenerating cream to the damaged area. He will also be advised at the pharmacy.
Before using the SOS product, wash yourself thoroughly and pat your face dry with a soft towel. You can spread a moisturizer on top.
Change your mask regularly
Ideally, immediately after it has become moist from breathing (usually it takes 2-3 hours): this way the microbes will not have time to multiply.
To be able to change your mask during the day, carry a few extras with you.
If you are using a reusable mask, choose the right fabric
In order not to harm the skin, the material should be:
- Breathable. Then the face will sweat less.
- Not rude. This will reduce the risk of mechanical damage.
Cotton, fine cotton, or microfiber works well.
Wash reusable masks after each use
Just put them in the machine and run the wash in hot water with a hypoallergenic detergent. Then dry and iron with an iron if desired.
It is not necessary to additionally treat the mask with antiseptics, essential oils and other means: this can do more harm than good.
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