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‘Maskne
Even women who embrace aging with a shrug and a smile find the complexion-bashing effects of dailymask-wearingannoying.
This is not acne, it’s a new situation, says Zeichner.
I tell patients to double cleanse.
Disposable masks often contain fibers that can irritate sensitive skin, she says.
Blackheads and enlarged pores cancel out whatever topical do-gooders and makeup we apply.
Zeichner says, These are especially noticeable in the center nose to chin panel.
As collagen decreases and skin sags, pores stretch and become blocked with dead cells and oil.
Opt for exfoliation light by using a very gentle scrub cleanser once a week.
Manual exfoliation is easier to control than a chemical exfoliant like glycolic acid.
you’re able to determine the right level of pressure and sloughing and stop if and when necessary.
Clear, clean healthy-looking skin at 50 is a marathon, not a sprint.
