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Air Pollution Is Ruining Your Skin
Jan 11, 2024
Learn about the impact of air pollution on skin health and the correlation between pollution levels and hospital visits for atopic dermatitis. A study in Boston showed an increase in dermatology visits during periods of higher air pollution caused by wildfires, emphasizing the importance of addressing air pollution for skin health.
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- Air pollution, including pollutants from wildfires and day-to-day pollution from vehicles and industry, has been found to have a significant impact on the skin, triggering spikes in eczema and other skin conditions.
- People with weakened skin barriers, such as those with eczema, are more vulnerable to the harmful effects of air pollutants, which can cause inflammation and accelerate skin aging.
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Air pollution is linked to skin conditions like atopic dermatitis
Air pollution, including pollutants from wildfires and day-to-day pollution from vehicles and industry, has been found to have a significant impact on the skin. Research conducted in Boston revealed that higher levels of airborne particulate matter and carbon monoxide were correlated with an increase in hospital visits for atopic dermatitis, a common form of eczema. The study also highlighted how people with weakened skin barriers, such as those with eczema, are more vulnerable to the harmful effects of pollutants, which can cause inflammation and accelerate skin aging.
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