7 tips for care

In the last three pandemic years, the protective mask has become part of our daily lives. However, it has become a negative factor that gave the name to a new cosmetic problem:

mascne= mask+ acne

Constant wearing of masks causes friction which leads to burning, itching and redness of the skin around the nose, mouth and chin. The areas covered by the mask also suffer from heat, high humidity, high pH and lack of oxygen. Breathing and speaking create an excellent environment for the multiplication of microorganisms and clogging of the pores. Small sores caused by friction facilitate the penetration of bacteria into the skin. All conditions are created for the formation of acne mechanica - mechanical acne. What's more, excessive use of make-up, inappropriate cosmetics or sunscreen can make the mask out of control.

Unfortunately, all those who spend more than 4 hours a day with a face mask are prone to masks. It most often affects sensitive, reactive and acne prone skin. It can "wake up" acne in adulthood, even with absolutely clean skin in teenage years!

Care to prevent the appearance of mascne:

1. Wash your hands regularly with warm water and soap before touching your face (this will always remain the rule №1).
2. It is preferable to wear disposable masks - they are much safer. The manufacturers recommend that they be changed every two hours.
3. If you use a reusable mask, observe strict hygiene - change often, wash after use without using fabric softener (it can further irritate the skin), be sure to iron on both sides. People with sensitive skin can choose a model of silk - it has antimicrobial properties and perfectly absorbs moisture. A mask of 100% cotton is preferable.
4. Apply moisturizer at least half an hour before applying the face mask.
5. Reduce the amount of makeup under the mask by at least half.
6. Allow the skin to breathe whenever possible.
7. Do not squeeze pimples or blackheads.

Clean your face well in the morning and evening. This will help remove excess sebum and sweat, eliminate dirt, makeup residue and dead skin cells. Nature of Agiva experts have developed a special protective care in three steps:

- 100% organic BIO lavender water - its powerful anti-inflammatory properties prevents the formation of pimples, balances the production of sebum and mattifies the skin. Gently cleanses and brightens the face, hydrating, soothing and toning.

-   3 in 1 cleansing gel with rose water and tea tree for problem skin prone to acne. The formula effectively removes all remnants of makeup and dirt and further mattifies the T-zone of the face.

-  The innovative gentle formula Acne Help Jelly is a deeply hydrating therapy that can be used as an aid in controlling acne. The light gel texture has 95% natural ingredients based on pure aloe gel. It is enriched with tea tree oil - one of the most powerful natural antiseptics with unique anti-inflammatory and antibacterial action. In combination with rose water, known as the elixir of health and beauty, they quickly control skin problems, soothe and erase imperfections, eliminate oily shine and matte the face. The formula is also aloe vera bot - for even more complete hydration, nourishment and softness. The gel is quickly absorbed into the skin and leaves no greasy traces.