COVID-19 has brought about many changes in people's lives, including wearing a protective mask every day when in public places, especially if social distancing is not guaranteed. This habit is undoubtedly useful in helping to slow down. and prevent the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, in association with other safety measures useful for the containment and management of the infectious disease, such as correct hand hygiene and the aforementioned social distancing.
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Recently, it has been observed that wearing protective masks against the new Coronavirus could cause or exacerbate acne and other skin problems. We speak of Maskne, a term deriving from the conjugation of the terms "Mask + Acne", ie Acne from Mask. This side effect is certainly negligible if we consider the risk-benefit deriving from the use of the mask, but it may be useful to know some precautions to avoid it or deal with it effectively.
and the appearance of white pimples in the areas covered by the device and, in predisposed people, the exacerbation of acne eruptions.
As for reactive and sensitive skin, in the points of the face where the mask is placed, on the other hand, irritation, skin rash and minor abrasions are possible. The Maskne is mainly localized on the cheeks, chin, lip contour and nose.
