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. 2021 Feb;84(2):520-521.
doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2020.09.063. Epub 2020 Oct 1.

Diagnostic and management considerations for "maskne" in the era of COVID-19

Wan-Lin Teo  1
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Diagnostic and management considerations for "maskne" in the era of COVID-19

Wan-Lin Teo. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2021 Feb.
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Distinct acne patterns seen in the T zone of physiologic acne, the U zone of adult acne, and the O zone of maskne.
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The ideal fabric face mask design to minimize textile-skin friction. UPF, Ultraviolet protection factor; UV, ultraviolet.
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