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Wearing a mask on hot days can lead to skin problems
Read full article: Wearing a mask on hot days can lead to skin problemsFollowing the CDC’s recommendation, many people are wearing masks while out and about in the community. “You really want to look for softer fabrics, probably something a little absorbent so the sweat is not sitting against your skin,” Dr. Katta said. “It helps the skin barrier, you really want that skin barrier working well against the rubbing, the friction, the sweat,” Dr. Katta said. Dr. Katta recommends putting on moisturizer on damp skin to help strengthen your skin barrier and can withstand skin irritation a bit better. Cleanse face mask oftenA clean face mask can help keep your skin clear from irritation.