Hygiene measures of more frequent hand wash and overuse of sanitizers can cause allergies. Rashes, dryness, rough patches, and itching on hands and fingers called as hand eczema often results due to over washing of hands and excessive use of hand sanitizers. After lockdowns habit of doing all household work and increase in hobbies has resulted in increased wet-work and exposure to detergents and harsh chemicals. People must be educated regarding avoidance of unnecessary hand washing, moisturizing hands properly, using gloves for wet work and to avoid contact with harsh detergents and other cleaning agents. Staying indoors and reduced social interaction can lead to stress that can cause increase in conditions like psoriasis and eczema. Lack of sun exposure may lead to vitamin D deficiency resulting in conditions like increased hair fall, dry skin, and increase in cases of atopic dermatitis. Ignoring hospital visits have caused increase in severity of common ailments like fungal infections and acne.