Coronavirus Skin Care: Here’s How to Help Your Skin Thrive Under a Mask

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Coronavirus Skin Care: Here’s How to Help Your Skin Thrive Under a Mask

Facial, Featured, Skin Care

Posted by Jennifer Ngo at July 13th, 2020

Thanks to the recent coronavirus pandemic, many more people are regularly wearing face masks or coverings in order to reduce their risk of transmitting or contracting the virus. That being said, we understand that it can be hard to adjust to having a covering on your face when you’re outside or in public. While other cultures around the world are more used to wearing masks in public areas, many of us here in Houston aren’t used to wearing masks to go to the store or walk down the street. This is especially hard right now in the Houston summer with temperatures regularly reaching the upper-90s and breaking into the 100s. We’ve seen many clients mention increased sweat, clogged pores, chafing, and breakouts (“mask acne” as it’s come to be called) as a result of face masks. Not to mention the stress, anxiety, depression, and lack of sunlight that come with quarantining in a pandemic for months that can also lead to skin problems. Coronavirus skin care, thus, is a hot topic. In this post, we’re going over some tips to help your skin thrive under your mask.

Wash Your Mask Regularly

Think about where your mask has been over the past week. Thrown in your car, onto the bed, breathed into for hours, dropped on the floor… masks have become a part of our everyday lives now. Imagine how many dirt & dust particles are on it now that it’s been everywhere with you. You’re also breathing on it constantly, meaning bacteria and other contaminants are definitely within the fabric of the mask. It also touches your face, meaning that the mask can soak up dirt and oils that can then lead to breakouts and clogged pores. If you have a reusable mask like a bandana or a homemade face covering, be sure to wash it regularly. If you’re using disposable masks, ensure that you are disposing of each face mask after it’s used instead of re-using the same one.

Stay Moisturized

Between constantly washing your hands and showering after being in a crowd to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19, your skin is bound to dry out. Skin care in Houston needs to pay particular attention to moisturizing, seeing as Houstonians are at great risk for dehydration thanks to the hot Texas sun all year round. Stay moisturized with moisturizers for the face and light lotions for your hands and body. We’d recommend oil-free moisturizers for summer & coronavirus skin care since you likely already have excess sweat and oil on your face; you don’t want to add on more oil and cause further mask acne breakouts.

Facials are a great way to fight against mask acne breakouts and reduce your COVID stress!

Chic Lash Boutique offers safe and effective facial services for all of our clients including an acne facial. Book an appointment here!

Experiment with Different Mask Materials

Just as certain types of clothing affect people differently, so can different types of masks. Try out a few different styles and types of masks made of different materials to see what works best for you and your skin. If you get hot and sweat easily, you might want to look for something made of a thinner material. If you find that straps behind the ears make the mask chafe or pull against your skin, try out a mask that ties behind your head instead.

Sun Sensitivity

Thanks to mandated quarantines, social distancing, and the reduction of some outdoor activities in Houston, many find themselves spending much more time indoors and away from the sun. Some have found that this has increased their skin’s sensitivity to the sun, leading to rashes, increased sweating, sunburns, and more. Chic Lash will never stop recommending sunscreen! It’s so important to protect your skin, especially from the harsh Houston sun! You can learn more about all of the amazing benefits of sunscreen in our post on summer skin care. Also, don’t be fooled by your face mask: that doesn’t count as skin protection! UV rays can easily penetrate through clothes and face masks, so be sure to apply sunscreen all over your face and body.

Coronavirus Skin and Mask Acne: Stay Healthy with These Tips

Wearing a mask isn’t fun (especially in this heat) but it can keep you and others healthy during a scary time in the world. Hopefully these coronavirus skin & mask tips make wearing a mask a bit easier and a bit less harsh on your skin. Chic Lash Boutique is open for business with a number of safety precautions and protocols in place (including masks!) to keep you and our staff safe. Contact us here with any questions or concerns. You can also book a consultation or an appointment online here.

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