The anti-Covid mask has become part of our life. While it may be an indispensable tool in this delicate period, it has annoying consequences for the skin. Rubbing the mask, increased humidity due to trapped breath and increased sweating are certainly not good for our face. They can cause:
- irritazion;
- redness;
- itchiness;
- acne (also called Maskne or Acne of the mask);
- contact dermititis;
- new wrinkles.
How can we prevent and combat these annoyances? Here are 4 valuable tips:
1- Clean Mask
Wear a clean mask. Additionally, be sure you know whether it is disposable or washable and act accordingly. When you remove it, don’t leave it lying around. Keep it in a bag.
2- Delicate Detergents
Remember to properly clean your face every day and remember that it is better to cleanse both before and after wearing the mask. It is important to limit the risk of irritation. Use an emollient, soothing and repairing cleanser such as Démaquillant Yeux bi-phase by Gabor Cosmetics. It is an optimal solution especially if you do not want to give up wearing make-up. In fact, the two-phase formula both cleanses and moisturizes. The aqueous phase contains hyaluronic acid and aromatic flower water (rose, witch hazel and lime) with softening, soothing and refreshing properties. The oil-based phase, on the other hand, removes even the most resistant make-up residue.
3- Moisturizing Cream
To avoid skin damage due to the rubbing of the mask, we advise applying a moisturizer every two hours to the most irritated areas. The best cream is the one that contains a high level of antioxidants and specific substances to combat skin irritation, such as vitamin E. Nutrition Extrême by Gabor Cosmetics is perfect. It contains shea butter, hyaluronic acid, rosehip oil and vitamin E. It has a moisturizing, nourishing effect and reconstitutes the epidermis by restoring the natural film of the skin.
4- Facial Masks
Our final tip to preserve your face from the effects of the respiratory mask is to apply a purifying facial treatment mask once or twice a week. Grandéclat by Gabor Cosmetics is ideal. It is a crystalline gel mask that frees the face of impurities and toxins. The formula contains vitamin E microspheres that are activated upon application with very powerful antioxidant effects. In synergy with hyaluronic acid, they protect the skin from the aggression of free radicals. The skin becomes extraordinarily pure and radiant even after the first use.
