Forget your phone, your makeup, your wallet and everything else, but you must not forget to put on your mask when you’re out of the house! We wear it to protect ourselves and others, and of course our $300… But you can’t deny that it has brought some discomfort into our lives. #FirstWorldProblems
Face masks are perfect for covering your identity when you’re just not feeling it, and no doubt the best excuse to save on make-up. It protects us from the virus, and everyone knows that. But it has also taken away the clear and radiant skin we once owned. If you have itchy skin, sensitive breakouts caused by wearing face masks daily, you’re likely to be suffering from MASKNE.
Maskne is formed when sweat, makeup and oil are trapped in humid environment beneath the mask, where acne-causing bacteria is formed over time.
Here are the 5 best ways to treat your Maskne!
1. Make-Up Free
Ditch your makeup palettes, foundations and blushers aside. Unless you’re unwilling to reveal your ‘naked’ face over meals, there really isn’t a point to slab on so much makeup, only to clog your pores and dirty your mask in the end. Keeping your face fresh with zero makeup allows your suffocated pores to ‘breathe’. Like c’mon, they hardly have any air time because of the mask!
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2. Double Cleansing
Double the effort, double the results! One of the best rules in facial skincare – Double Cleansing. Use an oil-based cleanser to break down any excess makeup and oil from your face, followed by a water-based cleanser to cleanse off the remaining impurities. Soap and water won’t do the trick, in fact, the small amount of residue left in your pores will accumulate overtime and cause breakouts.
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3. Prep Your Skin
Prep your skin with moisturiser or acne-targeting products. You know how makeup primer provides a proper base for your foundation? It is essentially the same idea, except that this is for protection instead. Layer your skin with moisturiser ensures skin barrier maintenance and repair, as well as to lock in moisture for extra hydration throughout the day.
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4. Look For Suitable Masks
Not everything is about skincare, your mask plays a very important role in preventing Maskne too! Certain colorants and chemicals from the fabric might be the true culprit of your breakouts, especially for those with sensitive skin. Getting 100% cotton masks might be a better idea, and try to use gentle detergent/ soap to wash your mask after every use!
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5. Regular Facials To Get Rid of Acne and Breakouts
As cliche as it may seem, facials are indeed one of the best and most effective methods to curb Maskne and other breakouts issue. Cucumbers and home remedies are not going to cut it. We’re talking about real facials with proper and professional extraction techniques to remove all that gunk from your clogged pores. Don’t even think about popping your own pimples for the convenience and money saved, because you might just regret it later! Remember to always leave it for the professionals to get rid of your acne.
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Since the face mask is going to stick with us for the time-being, let’s take some time to remind ourselves that the mask is no doubt an effective shield against the viral enemies. Learn to protect your health as well as your skin with the above 5 tips to maintain flawless and clear skin!
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