New Delhi, Nov. 22 -- Usually,​‌‌​‌‌ you put on earbuds when you want to focus, while traveling, or simply to separate yourself from the rest of the world, but if you cram them in your ears all day, your ears (and the skin around them) might not be so fortunate. Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant - Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital shares a safe, somewhat scientific glance at how prolonged use of earbuds can lead to skin issues, what the reasons are, and some easy fixes that you will actually ​‌‌​‌‌use.

"Ear acne" (acne mechanica). The continual pressure, friction and trapped sweat caused by earbuds could result in clogged pores and the appearance of pimples or small...