Changes in skin characteristics after using respiratory protective equipment (medical masks and respirators) in the COVID-19 pandemic among healthcare workers.
Hye Sung HanSun-Hye ShinJae Wan ParkKap-Sok LiBeom Joon KimKwang Ho YooPublished in: Contact dermatitis (2021)
We observed that skin physiological characteristics change with the prolonged use of RPE such as medical masks and respirators. These changes may lead to various adverse skin reactions after long-term use.