Expert tips to consider in the battle against irritated skin from face masks

You may want to scale back the amount of makeup you use if you regularly wear a face mask – otherwise you're likely to irritate your skin. Photo: dpa

Wearing a face mask is an important part of stemming the spread of Covid-19. For some people however, they can cause extra problems for their facial skin.

The air under the mask can get damp, with bacteria quickly causing skin impurities and small pimples developing. It’s not uncommon for the skin to get irritated and red, making the right skincare routine all the more important.