Double mask use triggers mechanical acne

Whereas Turkey is giving a brand new Kovid-19 examination with the regularly lifted bans in keeping with the provinces, “mask, distance, cleanliness” The double mask advice, which was delivered to the rule of thumb, was adopted by many individuals, however acne issues began appearing on the pores and skin that remained closed. Whereas the variety of folks utilizing double masks as a precaution towards the coronavirus is growing, many individuals, younger and previous, are coping with acne like adolescents. Moisturizing the mask with respiratory is without doubt one of the elements that set off the acne downside. Saying that masks needs to be modified at sure intervals to remove these issues, Dermatology Specialist Dr. Tuğçe Özkapu made statements on the topic.

MASK CLOSES PORES

Stating that the identical downside was skilled when utilizing a single mask, and now the incidence has elevated, Dermatology Specialist Dr. Tugce Ozkapu, “Our pores and skin, which we now have not stored so closed in its life, reacts with ‘mechanical acne’. In different phrases, mask-related acne happens on our face, nostril, chin and cheeks which are lined with a mask. These acnes happen on account of the friction between the mask and the pores and skin, the clogging of the pores as a consequence of warmth, moisture and a rise in micro organism. For the reason that pores and skin is roofed with a mask all through the day, the pores and sebaceous gland channels within the pores and skin are clogged. On the finish of the day, if the sebum (secretion produced by the sebaceous glands) shouldn’t be cleaned, these flip into infected pimples. he stated.

WAYS TO PREVENT MECHANICAL ACNE

Stating that the remedy of mechanical acne is totally different and harder than the acne remedy we all know, Uzm. Dr. Özkapu continued his phrases as follows; “The cleaners and lotions we suggest within the remedy of classical acne are usually merchandise that take away extra oil from the pores and skin and dry the pores and skin. Pores and skin dryness is without doubt one of the elements that trigger mechanical acne, so we would like the pores and skin to be moist. It is best to clear your pores and skin morning and night by washing it with a non-drying cleanser and placed on as little make-up as potential. We suggest that the mask you use be a cotton, washable pure material, not too tight on the pores and skin, and a full grip mask. As a result of the tougher the mask, the extra injury your pores and skin will get as a consequence of friction. It will likely be helpful to vary your mask to stop issues that will happen as a consequence of contamination and moisture through the day. It is usually essential to concentrate to vitamin and enough water consumption towards pores and skin dryness. Whereas making an attempt to stop the formation of mechanical acne by protecting it clear and moisturizing, you’ll be able to assist shield your pores and skin well being by consuming loads of water and consuming meals containing omega-3, olive oil, carrots, avocados and darkish inexperienced leafy greens. In case your complaints don’t go away or worsen, it’s best to seek the advice of a dermatologist.”