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It may sound scary at first, but spider-like mites make a home on our faces right after we are born. It is amusing how, we actually benefit from them, but we should always be aware of all the facts about these insects, so that we can decide whether they are harmless or not.
They Contain Important DNA From Our Past
These mites are associated with us throughout human development and are actually associated with our ancestors. As we evolved and migrated around the Earth, mites also started traveling with us. So, because of this, scientists can find out where our ancestors lived by researching these mites.
There Are 2 Mites In Just 3-centimeters Of Skin
There are 2 types of mites that live on our skin and one of them on our face. They are closely related to spiders and live on oily, greasy parts of the skin and away from oils and cells. They like to crawl in the dark and they stop going there when there is a strong light. They usually walk at night and multiply. Once they do, they lay eggs in skin pores or hair follicles.
They Can Cause Rosacea Or Redness On The Face
The mites that live on our face are harmless. However, things can change if their number increases and causes rosacea, which increases redness on specific parts of the face.
A small number of face mites can be really beneficial.
Most cases of mites do not have symptoms. They can stay on your face for weeks. In fact, in small amounts, this type of mite can be beneficial for your skin. This is because they remove excess dead skin.
