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Maskne May Be Here To Stay: The Best Products To Tackle Breakouts

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Maskne May Be Here To Stay: The Best Products To Tackle Breakouts

Your complete anti-maskne game plan

by Arissa Ha  /   July 8, 2021

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You would’ve thought that after months of mask-wearing, we would’ve had maskne figured out by now. With COVID-19 still ravaging in most parts of the world, it seems like mask-wearing will still be the norm, and that maskne is here to stay as well.

What is maskne and what causes it?

Maskne is the broad term for pimples and breakouts that occur in areas covered by your face mask—mainly the nose bridge, cheeks, jawline, and chin area. A number of factors contribute to maskne, including friction from the mask rubbing against your skin, an increase in the humidity within the mask which forms the perfect breeding ground for acne-causing bacteria.

Here’s a complete game plan on how you can reduce the occurrence of maskne:

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Maskne May Be Here To Stay: The Best Products To Tackle Breakouts
Exfoliate weekly
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When the face mask rubs against the skin, a few things can happen. There can be irritation from the friction, causing redness or itching. Dull and dead surface skin can also be rubbed off and end up in the pores and clogging them. This can potentially cause the clogged pores to be inflammed, increasing the likelihood of pimples forming.

Exfoliate once or twice a week, focusing on the areas that are in contact with your face mask. Chemical exfoliators like the Alpha-Beta Universal Daily Peel, S$135, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, work well to help skin naturally shed its topmost layer.

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Mask off, mask on
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In case you’re wondering, we meant a mask of another kind. The Maskne Protection Biocellulose Mask, $103, 111SKIN contains a cocktail of calming ingredients to rebalance skin and reduce inflammation. Tocopherol and hydroxycinnamic acid help to strengthen skin against free radical damage as well as combat acne-causing bacteria.

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Go matte
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A humid environment, like the micro-climate underneath the mask, can be the perfect breeding ground for p.acnes bacteria. You can combat this by applying your skincare at least 30minutes before you head out, allowing your moisturiser and sunscreen to be fully absorbed before wearing your mask.

If your skin is prone to shine, consider using the Vinopure Mattifying Hydrating Fluid, $50, Caudalie, to control the sebum on your skin.

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Use a mask liner
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Designed to reduce friction on the skin, the Mask Liner, $28, Skin Inc forms a barrier between skin and your mask. The soft and hypoallergenic material feels comfortable to the touch while reducing abrasion and redness associated with mask-wearing.

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Add an anti-blemish serum to your skin routine
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Contrary to anti-blemish serums that work to dry out areas prone to acne, the RE:ERTH Blemish Control Serum, $87, is a non-drying, non-comedogenic serum that targets acne-causing bacteria. Its lightweight gel texture absorbs easily and doesn’t feel sticky on the skin. Apply to areas that are prone to acne to keep skin free from blemishes.

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