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My face seemed dry and irritated and I had an unexpected breakout.
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But what exactly do all of those heavy metals do to your skin in the long run?
“Similar to air pollution, wildfire pollution can likely cause harm to the skin in the long-term.”
Dr. Chang lists DNA damage, increased pigmentation, and collagen degradation as some of the potential long-term results.
It can also cause a host of short-term problems.
Theres more bad news.
What’s different about the recent fires in Los Angeles?
And if you must go outdoors?
In addition to covering up, it’s also more important than ever to rely on sunscreen.
Just because you cant see the suns rays through the smoke doesnt mean you’re safe from them.
We’ve rounded up a selection of sunscreens that fit that billright here.
So the first thing you should do when you get back inside is change into clean clothes.
Emers own Emerage Skincare line includesAox-C, a hydrating and soothing vitamin C serum.
Finally, be sure to see a doctor if you notice any abnormal or prolonged skin irritation.
“Pain, rashes, redness, and blisters would be a reason to seek urgent medical attention.”
Additional reporting by Annie Blay.
