Pimples from face mask: how do I solve this?
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Pimples from face mask, help!
Since the pandemic, we can no longer avoid it: wearing a face mask. Wearing a face mask protects ourselves and others from the Coronavirus, but unfortunately for some it also has a disadvantage: pimples, spots and other impurities around your mouth and on your chin. Don't panic! We are happy to tell you how to prevent maskne :
Choose the right face mask
The first and most important step is choosing the right face mask. If you suffer from impurities around your mouth, it is important to wear a cotton face mask. Cotton is breathable and does not close off your skin as much as a polyester face mask, for example. This allows your skin to breathe better and will reduce the chance of pimples developing. Choose a face mask that is not too tight, so that the mask does not rub against your skin. A mask that is too big is also not the intention, as this reduces the protection against the virus.
Another advantage of cotton face masks is that you can wash them after use. This is not only good for the environment, but also for yourself! After wearing your face mask for a day, throw it in the washing machine and run a program at 60°C. Using detergent is not a problem, but be careful with fabric softener. This can irritate your skin and that is the last thing we want, right?
Invest in skincare
A changing skin requires a changing skin care. Because your skin is covered for a long time, sweat and dirt stick to your skin and that causes impurities. It is important to cleanse your skin twice a day with a mild cleanser . Did you know that the products that meet Clean Skincare are mild for your skin, because they do not contain unnecessary ingredients? After cleansing, pamper your skin with a light cream, so that your skin can recover. Cream also provides a protective layer between your skin and the face mask. A real topper for Maskne is a cream that contains salicylic acid : this magical ingredient promotes cell growth, so that your impurities will disappear faster!
In addition, you can occasionally pamper your skin by applying a face mask (and we're not talking about a cotton one ;-)). Choose a cleansing mask for impure skin, so that your pimples disappear like snow in the sun.
Wearing makeup: yes or no?
The best thing for an impure skin is to let it breathe all day long. This is best done without make-up, but we understand that you like to put on make-up! We recommend using a BB cream , for example, instead of foundation. With a BB cream you hydrate and care for your skin, while it also masks your impurities. Win win!
A long day out
It is recommended to replace your face mask with a clean one every 3 hours. If you suffer from severe impurities, you can change your mask more often during the day. Carry a few washable face masks in your handbag, so you never run out. Tip: store your face masks individually in a ziplock bag, so they don't get dirty in your bag!
Have you just worn your face mask for a few hours and don't need it for a while? Then you can choose to clean your skin in between with, for example , Micellar water , so that dirt is removed. Do not clean your skin too often per day, because this has a counterproductive effect! If you clean your skin too often, the moisture content will become unbalanced, causing dry, stiff skin. Not fun!
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