Shape Magazine: All About Maskne
Last updated Jun 15, 2020
There are many causes of acne, from hormonal to dry skin, and oily skin. However, we can add masks to the list. Since the global pandemic – and the need to wear masks – more and more people are complaining about acne around the areas of the face where your mask goes.
It’s even picked up the name ‘maskne‘, or acne and irritation on the chin, cheeks, and jawline. Shape magazine tapped into the expertise of Dr. Rodney and other dermatologists to find out what is mask acne, why it happens, and what you can do to treat and prevent it.