Banish the breakout!
Face masks have now become part of our everyday life – and so they should. But this brings with it a new and altogether more irritating challenge. The rise and prevention of “Maskne”.What is Maskne?
If you've noticed an increase in redness, pimples and spots on chin, mouth, cheeks since mask-wearing became part of the daily routine, it's likely that you're experiencing this unwelcome side-effect. The spots usually have the appearance of shallow whiteheads, rather than the painful red spots that are typical of the regular acne.What causes it?
In short... its a perfect storm!The constant friction of the mask on the skin creates little tears, which allow dirt, bacteria, sweat, oil and make-up to penetrate the outer layers and cause spot outbreaks, blemishes, inflamed hair follicles, irritation, and redness. To exacerbate this, the lack of air circulation encourages bacteria growth and lead to blackheads, whiteheads or pimples that will vary in size depending on how infected they become.
How can I prevent this?
In order to avoid this from happening, it is crucial to start by following a good, twice-daily cleansing routine...
The Matis Paris Reponse Purete Perfect-Clean cleanser is ideal for the acne- prone skins. It is a light, refreshing face gel which is non-drying and suitable for every-day use. At the heart of the formula, the MatiSystem technology - chosen for its sebum regulating action and combined with glycolic acid - eliminates impurities and dead cells, leaving the skin perfectly clean and fresh.
More sensitive and reactive skins, on the other hand, require a very gentle cleansing product like the Matis Paris Sensi-Milk. This no rinse, ultra-gentle make-up remover eliminates make-up whilst respecting the skin. Its creamy texture brings immediate comfort and well-being to the sensitive skin leaving it cleansed, soothed and protected.
More sensitive and reactive skins, on the other hand, require a very gentle cleansing product like the Matis Paris Sensi-Milk. This no rinse, ultra-gentle make-up remover eliminates make-up whilst respecting the skin. Its creamy texture brings immediate comfort and well-being to the sensitive skin leaving it cleansed, soothed and protected.
Be sure to exfoliate weekly...
Trapped moisture, especially during the hotter months, caused by the combination of breath, sweat and sebum that gathers under the mask can often clog pores. Moreover, the masks stops dead cells from shedding as they would normally do.
For this reason, it is beneficial to use a gentle exfoliation once or twice a week, to remove the excess sebum and unclog the pores.
Sensibiotic-Peel from the Matis Delicate range, is a granule-free scrub created for sensitive and reactive skins. Its enzymatic action is combined with soothing active ingredients, like Saffron flower, to eliminate dead cells and impurities - restoring softness and luminosity.
For this reason, it is beneficial to use a gentle exfoliation once or twice a week, to remove the excess sebum and unclog the pores.
Sensibiotic-Peel from the Matis Delicate range, is a granule-free scrub created for sensitive and reactive skins. Its enzymatic action is combined with soothing active ingredients, like Saffron flower, to eliminate dead cells and impurities - restoring softness and luminosity.
Mask up...
For even better results, exfoliation can be followed by the use of a yellow clay mask like the Matis Paris Reponse Purete Perfect-Mask.
This mask helps to control sebum excess and purifies the skin without drying it. The pores are tightened and the skin is refreshed, whilst respecting the fragile epidermis of blemish-prone skin.
This mask helps to control sebum excess and purifies the skin without drying it. The pores are tightened and the skin is refreshed, whilst respecting the fragile epidermis of blemish-prone skin.
Let your skin drink...
The feeling of discomfort caused by the friction of the mask on the skin can also be reduced by the use of a good moisturiser. Keeping the skin hydrated throughout the day is also really important as it improves the skin’s barrier function.
The award-winning Matis Paris Reponse Delicate Sensibiotic moisturiser works with the skin’s microbiome to rebalance the skin’s bioflora and preserve the skin's barrier function. When the microbial flora is balanced, the skin regenerates better and ages slower. This harmonising treatment, enriched in prebiotics, leaves the skin soothed, more resistant and enveloped in a protective cocoon.
The award-winning Matis Paris Reponse Delicate Sensibiotic moisturiser works with the skin’s microbiome to rebalance the skin’s bioflora and preserve the skin's barrier function. When the microbial flora is balanced, the skin regenerates better and ages slower. This harmonising treatment, enriched in prebiotics, leaves the skin soothed, more resistant and enveloped in a protective cocoon.
What more can I do?
All the skincare in the world is of limited effectiveness if you don't follow some simple, common sense hygiene habits too. Here are some more tips to keep your face fresh and free from mask-ne:- Wash your face mask regularly - a clean, washable mask every day is best
- Avoid the urge to touch or pick at blemishes - there's no better way to introduce bacteria than this!
- Drink plenty of water - to keep skin healthy and hydrated.
- Go easy on the make-up - Your pores are already fighting off sweat and bacteria under your mask, avoid adding make-up into the mix too! If you are taking your mask on and off throughout the day and want some sort of coverage, then a BB cream, such as Matis Paris Reponse Teint BB Cream is a good compromise.
Products featured in this blog
Matis Reponse Purete Perfect Clean
£41.20
Matis Reponse Delicate Sensi-Milk Cleanser
£30.60
Matis Reponse Delicate Sensibiotic Peel
£35.40
Matis Reponse Purete Perfect-Mask
£25.40
Matis Reponse Delicate Sensibiotic
£59.40
Matis Reponse Teint BB Cream 15SPF
£36.00
