Rash from Kissing Someone with a Beard?!? | Doctorly #shorts

Beards can harbor bacteria, yeast, and viruses. And stubble can create tiny cuts when kissing someone that introduces that bacteria into their skin This infection is called impetigo and it’s usually caused by staphylococcus or streptococcus bacteria. It classically has a “honey-colored” crust at the surface. Topical antibiotics are the treatment of choice Beard tips: ✅Wash the beards with your cleanser and water at least once a day ✅If prone to bacterial infections considering spraying the beard with hypochlorous acid or washing the beard with benzoyl peroxide ✅Use beard oils to keep the hair ends soft (argan oil is a good option) Product recommendations: ✅ CeraVe acne foaming cream cleanser (may lighten beard hair) ✅ Any hypochlorous acid (linked)
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