As we all adjust to the New Normal (that will be here for a while) of wearing a mask out in public, around our loved ones and at work. We have noticed an increase in Acne underneath the mask. We have 5 tips to help you prevent the acne or rash that is present.

Tip 1.

Wearing a CLEAN MASK is important. Wearing a 100% woven cotton, if you are not in the medical industry will allow skin room to breath versus other materials. Make sure you are wearing your mask correctly by covering your nose and mouth at all times, to stay safe around the ones you love. Your make-up, dirt and oil around your mouth and nose with stick to your mask so having more than one on handle to rotate will help reduce breakouts.

Tip 2.

A Clean Face is best to reduce that oil and dirt before you layer a MASK on top. Washing your face before wearing your mask is key. A gentle cleanser is ideal. We recommend the Daily Defense Cleanser by ACNE- ER. This gentle gel-based cleanser is free of sulfates and parabens, its ideal for all skin types.

Tip 3.

A BARE face is just as beautiful as Full make-up. A full face of make-up will act like a OCCLUSIVE barrier between your skin and the facial mask. Your make-up will leave its mark on your mask throughout the day. Taking it on and off with the oil, dirt and your full face of makeup will continue to clog your pores. Lessen your make-up lessen the break out.

Tip 4.

Hydrate your SKIN with the right MOISTURIZER before you wear your Face MASK. Moisturizer will keep skin hydrated and provide a barrier to the irritation that can occur from the mask. We like to use moisturizers that contain Allantoin or Pathenol (found in Acne-ER Daily Hydrating Crème). Allantoin aids in healing, increases skin smoothness and moisture. Panthenol is a moisturizer that will speed up the healing in wounds, and reduces skin irritation.

Tip 5.

Adding a CHEMICAL exfoliant to your nightly routine, will help to exfoliate dead skin and aid in skin renewal. The evening is the most import time for our skin to undergo faster regeneration during our beauty sleep. This is why it comes in handy to apply a chemical exfoliant at this time to help maximum the cells regeneration process. Our Exfoliating Mandelic Serum has a unique blend of Mandelic Acid, Lactic Acid and Niacinamide. The multitude of benefits from this serum is lighting discolorations, regulates sebum products to prevent breakouts and accelerates cell turnover.