Avoid Skin Problems When Wearing a Mask

Wearing a mask for long periods of time can create skin problems

Recently, many healthcare professionals went to universal wearing of surgical masks in buildings.  Some staff are experiencing reactions to the masks such as headaches, nausea from carbon dioxide overload and skin.
How to Avoid Skin Problems When Wearing a Mask

Wash your face before applying mask
Apply moisturizer
Use make up only in eye area not covered by mask
Reapply moisturizer when you safely can after removing mask

Preventing Rashes from Wearing Face Masks

Keep your skin clean, dry and free of sweat.
Use moisturizer and barrier creams such as zinc ointment
Relieve the pressure from the mask every two hours
If you feel the mask rubbing, take it off as soon as you safely can

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Source: Advanced Tissue - April 16, 2020 Category: Dermatology Authors: Alice Strange Tags: Healthy Living Source Type: news