Experts from spa booking service SpaSeekers have revealed the best and worst tube lines for your skin.

As we prepare to start commuting back to work after months of working from home, it’s worth considering how our journeys to the office could be affecting our complexions and causing outbreaks.

The Northern Line revealed as the WORST tube line for your skin

Whilst mask-acne may be the biggest worry on some people’s minds, many of us haven’t considered how the harmful air pollutants on the tube could lead to higher risks of developing skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis.

By looking at factors such as the presence of bacteria, pollution levels, carriage temperature, humidity, the length of the line and the number of weekly riders, SpaSeekers determined which lines are worth avoiding on your way to work.

The Northern line is the worst tube line for your skin

If you’re hoping to keep your pores clear when you greet your colleagues for the first time in over a year, then it’s recommended that you avoid the Northern line. The route exposes riders to pollution levels six times above the World Health Organisation limit which is unfortunate news for its 1.1 million riders.

The Victoria line has more germs than any other line

The second worst tube line for your skin is the Victoria line. Teeming with bacteria, it’s best to keep your hands to yourself if you’re travelling between Walthamstow and Brixton. Touching your face after coming into contact with dirty seats and handles can transfer a whole host of blemish-causing bacteria. Certainly something to avoid for those wanting smooth skin and a clear complexion.

The Piccadilly line is a scorcher

The 710,647 weekly commuters on the Piccadilly line can expect to travel on one of the hottest Tube lines in London. Despite the 34°C heat, Piccadilly is one of six Tube lines without aircon. Hot temperatures naturally lead to sweating and dehydration, which causes dryness and irritation to the skin.