The dreamer was supposed to shave but forgot, leading to a fear of having coronavirus on facial hair. Attempts to clean the face failed, causing stress. Despite efforts to not open the mouth, they were compelled to do so, leading to waking up from the nightmare.

The act of shaving can symbolize trying to remove or disguise something, or concern with appearance and social perception. The presence of coronavirus represents an underlying fear of illness, contamination, or vulnerability in waking life. The inability to clean the face despite trying reflects feelings of helplessness or lack of control over personal safety or hygiene. Opening the mouth despite efforts to keep it closed can symbolize a lack of self-control or being forced into vulnerability.