Ask.....What is Maskne?

 Maskne is defined as:

• "As the name suggests, maskne is a type of breakout that results from wearing a face mask. “Maskne is acne formed in areas due to friction, pressure, stretching, rubbing or occlusion,” Nazanin Saedi, MD, a board-certified dermatologist at Thomas Jefferson University, explains to Health."

The two main things to do for maskne is to keep your skin clean and moisturized, but there are a couple of extra steps to take that will also help treat and prevent it.

1. Use a gentle, but effective cleanser. Do not use a cleanser with salicylic acid, or benzoyl peroxide. They will further dry out your skin and may cause more irritation. 

2. Use a moisturizer that is suitable for your skin type. Not too heavy, but creamy enough to keep your skin soft and hydrated all day.

3. Change your mask at least once a day. If you work a job that requires you to wear a mask all day, take at least one extra clean one with you to swap out on your meal break.

4. Reach out to a skincare professional. Last, but not least, 

reach out to a skincare professional that can help you choose the products that are right for you. It doesn't have to be a dermatologist. There are other professionals such as estheticians and independent consultants that represent reputable skincare companies, and this is the kind of situation where it is worth paying a little more to make sure you are getting the people and products that can really make a difference. Don't waste time or money picking random products from off the shelf. Your skin may end up worse than when you started. 

And yes, I am one of those professionals. As an RN, I have researched many products and product ingredients. I would love the opportunity to work with you to help you solve any particular skincare concerns you have, whether it's maskne,  dry, irritated skin, or just the normal fine lines and wrinkles that come with aging. It's what I do, and I love helping people to feel comfortable in their skin again.

Here is a link to the company that I represent. I invite you to just click and take a look.

Hang in there with the masks, and have a wonderful, Happy Thanksgiving!!

I would love to hear from you,

Martha