How to banish maskne for good
If you’re sick of masks wreaking havoc with your skincare routine, discover our top tips to help you live in harmony with your facial covering, and learn how to banish the dreaded ‘maskne’ once and for all.
Wash your face before and after
By washing your face beforehand, you minimise the amount of bacteria and dead skin cells rubbing off onto your mask, whilst washing skin afterwards can cleanse away any excess sweat, oil or impurities caused by breathing into an enclosed space.
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Wash your mask regularly
Even the best skincare routine won’t do much to save your complexion from a dirty mask. Face coverings are the ideal place for bacteria to spread, so it’s extremely important that you wash yours in between every use.
If using a reusable mask, make sure to wash it using a fragrance-free detergent to avoid skin irritation and keep it bacteria-free. If using a disposable mask for long durations, ensure to replace it with a new one every few hours, and throw it away after use.
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Try a silk face mask
Silk face masks are a great alternative to nylon or polyester as it glides across the skin much more easily and reduces the irritation caused by a face covering. Silk is also naturally antibacterial, so it’s ideal for keeping your skin as clean as possible!*
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Avoid wearing makeup under your mask
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Fight maskne with masks
When it comes to winning the battle against acne, sometimes you have to fight fire with fire (or masks with masks in this case). Wearing a mask is an essential, so it’s important to maximise your skincare every moment that you aren’t wearing one.
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Use topical spot treatments
The even better news is that you can wear blemish patches in public without the fear of funny looks, because your mask kindly covers the area. There’s a silver lining to everything!
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Make jade rolling a daily thing
Using a jade roller is a great way to get your skincare products to sink into the skin, whilst soothing your complexion at the same time. Try incorporating a jade roller into your skincare routine to cool the complexion and reduce the inflammation caused by acne and blemishes. Not only is this a great way to make your skincare routine more luxurious, but it allows your skin to absorb products evenly, as well as de-puffing areas of the face where you may experience redness due to blemishes.*
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