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Can I get a massage with a skin condition?
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LizziB
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Hi @onlyme
How are you doing today?
I think this is a very considerate question to ask. Let me open it up to the Carenity community and see what they have done in a similar situation.
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Have you gotten a massage while your body is flaring? What did you do? Did anyone say anything?
Let's help out @onlyme
Take care,
Lizzi from the Carenity team
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LizziB
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As someone who has struggled with acne in the past, I totally understand where you're coming from. While it's always good to disclose any medical conditions or concerns to your masseuse, I don't think you necessarily need to cancel your massage just because of a breakout. However, it's important to note that some massage oils can actually make breakouts worse, so you may want to opt for a spa treatment that specifically targets acne or try self-massage using a massage gun. Speaking of which, I recently discovered the best massage guns for runners on https://www.massage-gun-guide.com, and I've been obsessed with using them for my own sore muscles. Just remember, your skin condition doesn't define you, and it shouldn't stop you from enjoying a little bit of self-care.

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onlyme
Good advisor
Hi,
I wanted to know what the etiquette is for getting a massage with a skin condition. While my condition isn't contagious, my skin does have break outs and is not nice to look at. I don't want the masseuse to think I'm rude for getting a massage while I have a flare, but I cannot control this. Am I suppose to cancel? Warn them before that I have this condition? Pretend its not there?
Thank you