With the arrival of summer, with the beautiful days and the sun setting later and later, many people spend more time outdoors. With these temperatures, living with the mask on the face, while waiting for the suspension of the obligation, becomes a real nightmare especially for those with very sensitive skin.
For this reason, tricks and some small secrets can be adopted to prevent the mask in the summer from irritating the skin with heat and sweat.
Why does the skin get irritated especially in summer?
Many people who use the mask to go to work, to shop or even for a simple walk, in the long run may find skin discomfort.
Constant use of the mask could exacerbate many problems such as acne, dermatitis e rosacea. Often these problems are related to the fabric of the mask or to everyday gestures that need to be changed.
The use of the mask constantly on the face causes an occlusion that can degenerate with the alteration of the hydrolipidic film.
This occlusive phenomenon, caused especially in summer due to a lot of water vapor produced when breathing, in addition to sweat due to the heat, could cause a worsening. The water vapor that fails to dry does not allow the skin to breathe because it is blocked by the mask.
Contact dermatitis for sensitive skin can also worsen. Some masks may be made from materials that can sensitize the skin.
For example, the metal underwire that must be modeled on the nose to make the mask adhere to the face in the best possible way. The elastic may contain substances that in contact with the skin can irritate it, but the fabric of the mask itself could also create problems.
Incorrect use of the mask may also cause skin problems. For example, if we wear the mask and then want to reuse it, we could have skin reactions probably due to cosmetics that have left traces from the first use.
Another case may occur when the mask is not washed with suitable soaps and above all it is not rinsed well, leaving traces of the detergent.
What are the secrets to avoiding that the mask in the summer can irritate the skin with heat and sweat?
- It is important to use certified white masks, possibly avoiding synthetic fabrics
- Use a neutral or organic soap to wash the mask in case you want to reuse it
- Change the mask regularly
- Avoid using harsh make-up
- Thoroughly cleanse and moisturize the skin before and after using the mask
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