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Research

RESEARCH ROUNDUP

02 April 2021
Research Roundup
02 June 2021
Volume 10 · Issue 5

Abstract

In this regular feature, aesthetic nurse Claudia McGloin presents a brief synopsis of a range of recently published articles on medical aesthetics. Research roundup aims to provide an overview, rather than a detailed summary and critique, of the papers selected. Should you wish to look at any of the papers in more detail, a full reference is provided at the end of each study summary

One study detailed the effect of wearing face masks as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic on acne mechanica occurrence

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a new new phrase was coined: ‘maskne’. This term refers to the onset of acne mechanica, which is caused as a direct result of wearing face masks to control the spread worldwide.

It is important to fully understand the underlying pathophysiology that directly relates to the skin microenvironment and the skin friction caused by mask-wearing that causes maskne. Microbiome dysbiosis, which is linked to various dermatological skin conditions, is caused by the occlusive microenvironment. Furthermore, as skin temperatures rise, it can trigger sweat and heat-related dermatoses, and the ear loops may trigger pressure-induced dermatoses.

The authors have noted that the wearing of face coverings can lead to increased skin irritation, exacerbation of chronic dermatoses, perioral dermatitis, rosacea and eczema. Increased discomfort with mask-wearing will be experienced by these patient groups.

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