Preventing and Avoiding Skin Irritation with CPAP. CPAP rash and acne problems.

[@sherrihoffer6360]

I've been on a C-PAP for at least 15 years. I just started getting a rash.🙄 I clean it AND my face all the time. I have a lot a lotions n creams. I also have a new mask I could use. I've got Noxema, dove, bio-oil, you get the idea... I'm happy to get this info!! Ty⚘️♡

[@nscraig]

I love your videos. I have been watching them. I finally had a sleep study done and I slept amazingly once they put the mask on. Unfortunately I am waiting for the official test results. They told me I stopped breathing 71 times an hour. I can't wait until I get my machine. Hopefully within the next few weeks. Thanks again for the videos!

[@Freecpapadvice]

You are very welcome. Glad you like the videos and hope that they help you get the most out of whatever therapy is recommended.

[@grahamwilson4006]

Thanks i have an awful rash off the sillicone full face mask and didnt think anything could be done, i will try some of these ideas,

[@heatherlee8827]

I use a nasal mask. I have tried using flannel cut like the white liners you used, which was good, but they don't stay in place. And the flannel began to fray. Think it would be better to add elastic like a sheet for a bed. Or maybe do this with spandex swimsuit material. Right now, I went to the dollar store and bought soft little girls socks, slipped it over the nasal mask and cut a hole in the toe to match the size of the breathing hole. I also cut a small rectangular piece and sewed it to fit the forehead piece. The sock was great at first. The problem I have with this is the hole stretching too much. Now I can feel silicone again. And I still have issues with the bridge of my nose getting irritated. I'm gonna find a solution

[@stephaniefrance3892]

Clever I can't wait to hear your solution. I have the same issue

[@TC-lo3uc]

I’m so going to try the toddler sock idea

[@HryPop]

Jason I use a Swift FX if I remember right and about a year ago I started cleaning my mask with sensitive skin baby wipes and regular cleaning in the week and it works great and no more irritation.

[@Freecpapadvice]

That certainly works too! Thanks for posting.

[@acejays6862]

Sensitive skin baby wipes.. I KNEW they would be ok but until now no one has confirmed this for me. Thanks :)

[@frecklzface1]

I have a full face mask similar to the one at the end of the video with silicon tabs at the forehead. The mask size is a medium. I can't go smaller and the large is too big. When I tighten it so there are no leaks I get a small goose egg on my forehead for a few days. I have to wear the mask or I have severe headaches and my epileptic seizures are worse. Suggestions?

[@linog8673]

If you use the under armor material like a cut out of a upper sleeve or the leggings and pull it over your head like a scarf cut holes where you need the air to pass. (it looks kinda like a ninja mask with the nose and mouth cut out) that material is comfortable and fits snug around your head. Its called a rash guard for good reason. I recomend buying a small size of a ladies leggings and cutting several masks from each leg......And remember to remove it when walking into a bank..lol

[@Freecpapadvice]

+Lino G Yes....definitely remove it before going into a bank!. ;^)

[@thenolans7146]

I have a full face mask but I woke up with wilts on my neck, what I did I made little pillow cases for the straps, this helped a lot,

[@liddybuck]

I've had severe sleep apnea for years. I've gone through a multitude of mask types. With all of them, I have permanent bruising and highly visible cheek discoloration. It is more pronounced on the left side of my face. I'm currently using a ResMed Swift™ FX for Her because it's so lightweight, but it hasn't helped the problem at all. Any suggestions?

[@tracymcdougal6381]

Thanks, groovy advice

[@dadeo8957]

I’ve been on CPAP for 1 year now. I sleep sometimes but still spend more time screwing with the damn mask than anything.

[@paulpoco22]

I use a mask that covers the nose. I am getting skin flaking on the outside skin of middle part of the nostrils. And 1-2mm inside the nostrils.

[@ivanmanjarres7896]

Just wonderful, I've been looking for "do mouthguards work for sleep apnea?" for a while now, and I think this has helped. You ever tried - Panvaryor Unexpected Preference - (search on google ) ? It is an awesome one off guide for discovering how to eradicating sleep apnea and snoring without the hard work. Ive heard some amazing things about it and my mate got great results with it.

[@jasweb147]

What kind of ointment should we use if we break out in in bumps around the mouth? Thanks.

[@terrielovingood4852]

I didn’t like the remzees because they fall off too easy. I found the silent night liners on amazon and they work great, but a tad pricey.

[@dkulavuz]

Hi again Jason! I use the very first mask that you showed here, and I've been on CPAP for about 10 days now. I discovered the irritation and rash today on the upper half of my face. Basically the upper half is red and the other areas are normal :) It seems like I'm already using the less invasive mask (the very first one here that only goes through your nostrils) but I still have such rash. Is there any other recommendation that you can give for those types of masks? Or any skin cream out there for CPAP rash that you could recommend? Thank you in advance!

[@Freecpapadvice]

+Derya Kulavuz-Onal Lansinoh or a Aloe based gel. Lansinoh is probably the best.

[@cris353]

Hi cant make out what your calling the blue cotton mask sleepriver ??? My son is grttin red sore's on the bridge of his nose i think a cotton mask 2ould work better for him are the leaks ok with them cheers !!!

[@danniecarmona2509]

Jason i use the full face Quatro and I've been fighting a rash on my forehead where the rubber or silicone is against my skin. In the morning after wash my face it almost looks like a burn, but when i put lotion on it relieves the redness and dryness any suggestions? Thanks

[@mrjrclark]

I suffer from this as well, but mine will come and go at times. I'll be fine for about 6 months or so, get a rash on my forehead for a few weeks, and be good again for another 6 or so months. This last rash, always contained to the right side of my forehead, is the worse. When I put lotion on the rash looking area, it burns to no end, but does not bother me at other times. I wear a full-face quatro by ResMed.

[@toddpierce2713]

@@mrjrclark Me too! I thought it was just me, and I'm stumped. I can't figure out why this will be a problem for a month and then it's not. I am going to try the full-face cloth mask

[@domenicorondon8523]

Many thanks, I've been looking for "can i use my cpap with a sinus infection?" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Ever heard of - Panvaryor Unexpected Preference - (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? It is a great one of a kind guide for discovering how to eradicating sleep apnea and snoring minus the normal expense. Ive heard some amazing things about it and my neighbour got cool success with it.

[@frank9963]

I dont have problem with silicone but where headgear is on my face Im getting bumps. Probably because they only give me a new headgear every six months or so. I wash it weekly

[@kckevuk]

Is sound dumb but I just cut a sock and put in over it does the job

[@barbl8801]

tried registering on the forum; kept telling cme i answered something wrong; sorry, not a techie, and then said i did my 3 online attempts. What did i do wrong, Jason? That last question, i just made something up....

[@Freecpapadvice]

Just make sure you read the questions being asked and answer them appropriately. If you leave one blank it counts as a wrong response.

[@barbl8801]

Ever hear of the Silent Night mask covers for leakage , etc? sorry for 2 questions

[@Freecpapadvice]

I've heard of it, but have no experience with them.

[@kdixon1324]

Another question about my nasal pillows...I wake up feeling like I'm drowning sometimes, and I think I am yelling in my sleep. (I know I've done it at least twice, but for the most part, my husband sleeps through everything, or I'm sleeping by myself so it might happen more and I just don't know it)

[@Freecpapadvice]

Use a large nasal pillow. The opening is probably to small. People don't size these correctly usually. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKmak4aEo9OIeqs

[@kairosgrammy]

On one forum, a couple of people talked about making their own with old t-shirts, same idea but probably cheaper as you can make several and then wash them. I use a swift fx (I think) and it's never been a problem although I get face marks from where the straps cross my cheeks. Rather annoying but it beats the heck outta not sleeping on a regular basis.

[@Freecpapadvice]

I know people do that kind of thing. The material is tshirt "like", but it is different. Not better or worse, just different. Almost has a cotton ball quality to it. Oh...and as far as I'm concerned, there's only ONE forum! ;^) LOL

[@kdixon1324]

I just got nasal pillows, because my full face mask was leaking and I couldn't sleep on my side with it. But now the the nasal pillows I am having an issue of getting pimples on the inside of my nose. Any advise?

[@Freecpapadvice]

+Kelsey Dixon Try aloe vera gel on the inside of your nose. Also, wash your nasal pillows every morning. You can use my product called Mask Bright (sold on Amazon), or you can use hot soapy water (dish soap).