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Yes. There Is Such a Thing as Maskne. Here’s What to Do About It

Summary by Cindy Olmstead
  • March 29, 2021

As mandated mask wearing nears its first-year anniversary, some people are reporting a new health condition related to the ever-present face covering. Mask acne, aka “maskne,” is an irritation that is caused by a mixture of friction, moisture, bacteria and heat. Not everyone gets maskne, but for those who do, a visit to a dermatologist may be in order. One dermatologist suggests “proper hydration, keeping makeup off the skin that is covered and washing your mask after each...