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Facial topical cream promotes facemask tolerability and compliance during COVID-19 pandemic

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: Objectives: Facemask use is essential for managing the COVID-19 pandemic, but may cause facial dermopathy. Topical creams may minimise facemask complications. This clinical study explores the impact of different topical creams on facemask tolerability and complications. Methods: This was a prospective observational study involving 80 adults. Participants voluntarily chose and used topical creams during facemask use. Data were collected using validated scales before and after topical cream application. Results: = 0.041). Conclusion: Topical creams minimise facemask complications, thereby promoting compliance; topical lidocaine was the most effective in reducing pain and enabling facemask compliance. Topical hydrocortisone, diphenhydramine, and zinc oxide were effective in reducing facial redness, and topical petrolatum produced the best user satisfaction.

Source: Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences

DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2021.12.012

Authors: Olumuyiwa A. Bamgbade, Renee N. Richards, Martha Mwaba, Rita N. Ajirenike, Lidya M. Metekia, Bolusefe T. Olatunji

Institutions: University of British Columbia, University Teaching Hospital, University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, National Hospital Abuja

Language: English

Topic: Dermatological and COVID-19 studies

Subfield: Dermatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $625