Suffering from breakouts under your mask? How to fight ‘maskne’
As more places are requiring face masks/coverings to be worn in public in order to fight the spread of COVID-19, individuals with sensitive skin are wondering how you fight what is under the mask – skin irritation and acne.
The reason this happens is because masks cause heat, friction and occlusion on the skin and when combined with a moist environment from breathing, talking or sweating, pores get clogged and spots appear.
How to prevent this…
- Wash your face first: use a gentle cleanser that doesn’t contain loads of harsh fragrances. This prevents dirt and oil being trapped on the skins surface which causes breakouts.
- Apply a moisturiser: not only will this keep your face hydrated, it will also act as a barrier meaning that there will be reduced friction between the skin and the mask.
- Ditch the makeup: wearing makeup underneath the mask causes clogged pores and breakouts even further.
- Wash your mask: if you are wearing a reusable mask, ensure this is washed between each use as it’s surface contains dirt and oil and can become filled with bacteria from your nose and mouth.
How you can solve this…..
Our LED light therapy treatment is amazing for acne, especially the blue light therapy. The wavelength of blue light has an antimicrobial effect, making it effective at killing several types of bacteria that can collect in your pores and oil glands and cause breakouts. Blue light therapy also helps the condition of your skin as it has anti inflammatory benefits, which decreases other symptoms of acne, such as redness. Red light therapy promotes healing and may work to decrease the visibility of acne scars. It also has anti inflammatory benefits too. Our Green light setting is also beneficial for calming the skin so calming any active acne on the face.
Our top products for combating ‘MaskNE’
- Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads – Used twice daily, these textured pads help reduce the look of dark spots, pores and uneven skin texture. Convenient and easy to use, they physically lift away dead cells and gently exfoliate, leaving the skin looking significantly smoother and brighter. £40.
- Elemis Pro Collagen Cleansing Balm – A nourishing cleansing balm that melts away makeup, daily pollutants and impurities for a soft and glowing complexion. Good for removing makeup prior to putting on mask to ensure skin is clean and any impurities have been cleansed. £44.
- Elemis Herbal Lavender Repair Mask – Perfect for sensitive and blemish-prone skin, this calming mask is formulated with Kaolin, Rosemary, Thyme and Lavender to purify and decongest lacklustre complexions. Upon application, the creamy texture delivers an active tingling sensation as the mask works hard to deeply cleanse, rebalance and nourish skin. £36.
We offer free skin consultations if any clients would like any product recommendations, or any facial treatment plans creating tailored to what your skin goals are. Please message us for any more information.
