6 Best face washes to combat maskne

What is maskne?

Face masks have become an essential part of living but regularly wearing one can have an unfortunate side-effect:  mask-induced oilier skin and acne – maskne.

We know it’s a frustrating scenario and affects our everyday life, that’s why Watsons is here to help you fight the mask acne situation and soothe your skin from irritation.

How to treat and prevent maskne?

Mask acne, same as all acne, is an inflammatory skin condition characterized by red pimples on the skin, especially on the face. It occurs when your hair follicles clogged with oil and dead skin cells, which creates a perfect environment for bacterial growth and inflammation.

Therefore the key is to cleanse your skin thoroughly with a proper cleanser.

#1 HIMALAYA

Purifying Neem Face Wash

The soap-free face wash is gentle and dermatologically tested, containing no no parabens, no Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) and no phthalates. It lifts away impurities and excess oil revealing a smooth, clean complexion with a fresh, luxurious soap-free lather.

This time-tested combination of Neem and Turmeric

detoxifies and purifies your skin for a clear, fresh, healthy-looking complexion.

#2 OXY

Acne Whitening Wash 

The product effectively removes impurities, dirt and oil trapped in pores to keep skin fresh. Packed with antioxidant vitamin E,

it also improves skin health, dull complexion and lightens pimple marks.

#3 NEUTROGENA

Oil-Free Acne Wash 

Neutrogena® Oil-Free Acne Wash is a cleanser that helps to prevent breakouts in one simple step. It eliminates oil and unclogs pores and blackheads.

Effective yet gentle, it won’t over-dry or irritate.

 Rinse clean, leaving no-pore clogging residue.

#4 HADA LABO

AHA+BHA Face Foam Wash 

The double action exfoliating formula contains both AHA and BUA, providing mild exfoliation to skin and removing blackheads and impurities from your complexion. It gives clarity, brightness and promotea skin cell renewal by preventing dead skin cell buildup.

You skin would fee smoother, softer and more radiant after using for a period of time.

#5 BIODERMA

Sebium Face Wash (Oily Skin) 

This is an ultra-gentle purifying soap-free foaming gel cleanser designed for acne-prone skin. It deeply cleanses and removes excess sebum, makeup, dirt and impurities from face.

Other than maskne, it is also a great cleanser to combat backne too.

It can be used as a shaving foam for men as well!

#6 T3

Acne Facial Foam 

T3 Acne Facial Foam 100g is specially formulated with Natural Australian Tea Tree Oil, Canadian Willow Herb extract and Willow Bark extract that bring acne-prone skin into perfect balance.

It effectively unclogs pores, removes excess sebum and acts against pimple-causing bacteria.