MASKNE

Shanus · ‎05-17-2010

Dermatologists have noticed a new condition of acne caused by wearing masks and the term being used is "maskne". Supposedly, the pores become clogged and/or paper, disposable masks can irritate the skin letting bacteria in causing acne.

Change to a lighter weight moisturizer like CeraVe or Cetaphil lotion and be sure to exfoliate. What a bad time for Clarisonic to close up shop!

I am still oxox · ‎03-09-2010

Actually my skin has gotten much better since we are going out less I am wearing much less makeup

Stop being afraid of what could go wrong and start being positive what could go right.

kitcat51 · ‎09-15-2016

Wearing a mask constantly doesn't do your skin any favors especially if you're working in heat. My granddaughter works in a smoothie-sandwich shop & many employees are getting breakouts & itchy red rashes on their face so now they have the option of wearing a face shield...it doesn't touch the face so it doesn't get soaked with sweat, it's easier to breathe & they don't have to lower it to talk with customers.

Shanus · ‎05-17-2010

@kitcat51 Not sure what you mean by "lowering it" referring to the mask issue, but especially concerning serving food to customers, the mask should remain over the nose and mouth.

kitcat51 · ‎09-15-2016

You'd be surprised how many customers can't understand what you're saying when wearing a face mask so it has to get lowered & the same thing happens when they're taking orders on the phone. Lowering masks happens all the time when you're working with the public in lots of different setting....I'm a volunteer shopper so I'm out & about everyday & I see it happen all the time at grocery stores, drug stores, etc. I'm surprised that others don't know this & it's one of the reasons retailers give workers a choice between a mask & a face shield. I wear a face shield too. Be well @Shanus.

Deree · ‎06-30-2018

@Shanus wrote:
@kitcat51 Not sure what you mean by "lowering it" referring to the mask issue, but especially concerning serving food to customers, the mask should remain over the nose and mouth.

@Shanus Agree. I have only been out to the grocery store but haven't encountered any person or employee who had to lower their mask for any reason. Personally I would never deal with anyone for any reason who had to do that. If they lowered their mask I would walk away immediately.

Wear a mask. Social distance. Be part of the solution - not part of the problem.

CrazyDaisy · ‎03-20-2010

@kitcat51 wrote:
You'd be surprised how many customers can't understand what you're saying when wearing a face mask so it has to get lowered & the same thing happens when they're taking orders on the phone. Lowering masks happens all the time when you're working with the public in lots of different setting....I'm a volunteer shopper so I'm out & about everyday & I see it happen all the time at grocery stores, drug stores, etc. I'm surprised that others don't know this & it's one of the reasons retailers give workers a choice between a mask & a face shield. I wear a face shield too. Be well @Shanus.

My mom is hard of hearing and lip reads a lot. Wearing masks makes it almost impossible to communicate in stores and other places.

Someday, when scientists discover the center of the Universe....some people will be disappointed it is not them.

Still Raining · ‎03-30-2014

I have wondered what might be on/in those paper type masks. So far I have not any problems.

I am still oxox · ‎03-09-2010

@kitcat51

Face sheids are not good at protection, they are often worn by MD's in conjunction with a mask. The openness can let germs easily float around

@kitcat51 wrote:
Wearing a mask constantly doesn't do your skin any favors especially if you're working in heat. My granddaughter works in a smoothie-sandwich shop & many employees are getting breakouts & itchy red rashes on their face so now they have the option of wearing a face shield...it doesn't touch the face so it doesn't get soaked with sweat, it's easier to breathe & they don't have to lower it to talk with customers.

Stop being afraid of what could go wrong and start being positive what could go right.

Shanus · ‎05-17-2010

@Deree wrote:
@Shanus wrote:
@kitcat51 Not sure what you mean by "lowering it" referring to the mask issue, but especially concerning serving food to customers, the mask should remain over the nose and mouth.
@Shanus Agree. I have only been out to the grocery store but haven't encountered any person or employee who had to lower their mask for any reason. Personally I would never deal with anyone for any reason who had to do that. If they lowered their mask I would walk away immediately.

@Deree In our state, masks are mandatory and if not wearing one properly (covering nose and mouth), there's a steep fine.