CPAP Skin Irritation Solutions

CPAP Mask Liners

Skin irritation with CPAP is typically caused by a cleaning regimen that isn’t necessarily getting the job done, though it isn’t the main source. If you find yourself scratching your head over it because you know you keep a consistent cleaning routine and always replace your supplies on time, you may find solace in a CPAP mask liner.

Mask liners are a great solution for:

• Mask Leaks: Even after properly fitting and cleaning your mask, you may find that you can’t seem to find a position where your mask doesn’t leak. For some people, the answer is as easy as creating a mask barrier with a cotton liner. 
• Facial Irritation: Waking up with facial irritation can usually be attributed to dirt and oils that weren’t thoroughly cleaned or wiped away from your cushion before use. Sometimes, however, the cushion itself reacts with your skin or damages dried-out skin, resulting in irritation. A mask liner puts a soft barrier between you and your cushion to protect you from dry, cracking, itchy skin in the morning. 
• Red Marks: Red marks from mask pressure may be a sign that your headgear is too tight and needs to be replaced or readjusted. If you can’t seem to get away from red marks no matter what you try, a mask liner may add just enough cushion to keep you waking up fresh-faced and ready for your day.

CPAP Mask Strap Pads

Sometimes, the source of discomfort isn’t coming from your mask cushion, but rather from the straps of your headgear that make contact with your face. Especially common for side sleepers and active sleepers who frequently change sleeping positions, covering your mask straps adds a soft, cushioned layer between you and your mask to help make therapy more comfortable and more tolerable at the same time.

Shop Our Favorite CPAP Skin Protection Solutions

Browse our favorite solutions for fixing mask leaks and skin irritation from CPAP below:

• RemZzzs Padded Full Face Mask Liners: A 30-day supply of soft cotton mask liners for your full face mask to eliminate leaks and irritation. Also available for nasal masks and nasal pillow masks. 
• Pad A Cheek CPAP Mask Strap Pads: Made of soft and breathable polyester microfleece, these strap pads will fit almost any four-point CPAP headgear and are available in a range of colors. 
• Gecko Gel Nasal Pads: If you wear a full face or nasal mask and wake up with dry, itchy eyes or a sore nose bridge, adding a Gecko or Boomerang Gel Pad can be a great way to solve either issue. These pads last 30 days with minimal maintenance and are great for sensitive skin.