Wearing a face covering for a long period of time can make some skin conditions like acne worse. Portia Goldsmith, a skin doctor for Barts Health, has some tips on how to alleviate 'Covid acne' and how to improve the health of our facial skin.
Covid: How to alleviate skin problems caused by wearing a face coveringWhile wearing a face covering has become normal for many people in their everyday lives, some have found it leading to problems with the skin on their face.
Portia Goldsmith, a consultant dermatologist for Barts Health in London, says she has seen an increase in referrals to healthcare professionals for acne flare-ups caused by the wearing of tight-fitting masks and PPE. She offers advice on how to alleviate "Covid acne" symptoms and improve the health of your facial skin.
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