# Haze Irritates Skin and Eyes Beyond Lungs

> Experts warn haze harms skin and eyes, not just lungs, during Malaysia's pollution crisis.
- Title: Haze Irritates Skin and Eyes Beyond Lungs · Malay Mail
- Summary: Experts warn haze harms skin and eyes, not just lungs, during Malaysia's pollution crisis. Malaysian medical experts say haze exposure causes skin irritation…
- Keywords: malaysia, haze, air quality, api, skin irritation, eye irritation, n95 respirator, pm2.5, news, world, Irritates, Skin
- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/24/haze-can-irritate-skin-and-eyes-not-just-lungs-experts-warn/240281
- Author: Ben Tan
- Published: 2026-10-24T07:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: malaysia, haze, air quality, api, skin irritation, eye irritation, n95 respirator, pm2.5, news, world
## Haze Health Risks
Medical experts warn haze affects skin and eyes beyond respiratory issues.
## API Levels in Malaysia
Haze pushed air quality to hazardous levels with API reaching 519 in Sarawak.
## Skin Effects of Haze
PM2.5 particles disrupt skin barrier causing dryness and irritation.
## Eye Irritation Symptoms
Haze causes redness, stinging and potential eye infections.
## Expert Recommendations
Reduce outdoor exposure and use N95 respirators during high pollution.
## Skin Care Advice
Avoid harsh soaps and excessive washing to prevent skin irritation.
## Eye Care Tips
Remove contact lenses and rinse eyes with clean water during haze.
## When to Seek Help
Seek medical attention for persistent eye pain or breathing difficulties.
## Key takeaway

Malaysian medical experts say haze exposure causes skin irritation and eye problems, requiring N95 masks and reduced outdoor activity during high pollution.