3 side Effects of Wearing a Mask on Your skin and How to Avoid Them

Wearing a face mask has become natural due to its importance in limiting the spread of Covid-19, but we do not know how long this precautionary measure will continue! On the other hand, these protecting masks cause unwanted side effects on the skin. These effects make wearing a mask intolerable, but the good news is that you can protect yourself from viruses while preventing the side effects that come from using a face mask.

3 side effects of wearing a face mask and how to avoid them:

Side effect 1
Skin irritation: Wearing a face mask leads to the accumulation of oils, dirt and sweat on the skin, and these things together cause skin irritation, redness, and even a rash and may worsen your acne.

The solution:

Simply wear the correct mask! Choose a mask made of cotton and natural filters, not synthetic fabrics, to allow better air circulation to and from the mask,and be sure to wash the mask after each use to clean and disinfect it from the dirt stuck to it.
Wash your skin with the appropriate face wash for your skin type and moisturize it half an hour (30 minutes) before wearing the mask, and it is preferable not to put makeup under the mask as well, to keep the pores of the skin in their best condition.
Take a 15 minute break every 4 hours of wearing a mask to allow your skin to breathe. When it is safe to do so, wash your hands well and then remove your mask for some time.
Exfoliate your skin daily before bed to remove all the dirt stuck on your skin during the day and to prevent acne:

Use NIVEA Gentle Rice Scrub
A gentle and 100% natural scrub with the perfect combination of organic rice and raspberries, it works to remove dead skin cells without skin irritation, leaving the skin clear, soft and radiant. Ideal for dry and sensitive skin, and suitable for daily use.

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Side effect 2
Dry and chapped lips: Chapped lips are a common side effect of wearing a face mask.

The solution:
It's important to keep your lips moisturized, even if they are hidden under a face mask. Use the perfect lip balm for you from Labello:

Labello Original Lip Balm
Labello Original Lip Balm keeps your lips soft and beautiful all day and keeps them from drying out! Without leaving any color on your lips, its formula is enriched with Shea Butter and natural oils that treat dry, chapped lips while providing long-lasting moisture that lasts for 24 hours.

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Labello Soft Rose
Labello Soft Rose is enriched with rose extract that instantly melts into your lips giving them a velvety smooth texture. Its formula is also rich in natural oils that treat dry and chapped lips and moisturize them for 24 hours. Make it your go-to choice if you want to enjoy the smell of roses under your mask!

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Side effect 3
Sunburn and uneven tan marks: Unfortunately, wearing a face mask during daylight hours in outdoor places can cause sunburn in areas that are not covered by the mask.

The solution:
Use sunscreen to protect your skin from the dangers of ultraviolet rays daily, especially on places that the mask does not cover:

NIVEA UV Face Shine Control SPF 50
With naturally derived antioxidants, it is a sunscreen and face moisturizer ideal for daily use. It is characterized by its fast-absorbing, non-greasy, water-resistant formula, suitable for the skin and approved by dermatologists and ophthalmologists.

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NIVEA UV Face Anti Age SPF 50
A moisturizing sunscreen formulated with Coenzyme Q10 to prevent the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and spots caused by sun rays, ideal for daily use. A non-greasy face cream that leaves no traces characterized by its fast-absorbing and water-resistant formula, suitable for the skin and approved by dermatologists.

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These are simple steps that you take daily with minimal effort within no time to protect your skin from serious problems that may be difficult to treat in the future. Apply these measures daily to protect yourself from Covid-19 safely.