Do you have areas of redness on your face? Fair skin that has a tendency to flush or blush? Friends may accuse you of being shy or easily embarrassed, but there's also a chance you have a skin condition called rosacea.
What Causes Rosacea?
"Rosacea is characterized by erythema (redness) and telangiectasias," says Dr. Glenn Kolansky. He says we can recognize rosacea by its four subtypes: Flushing, redness and telangiectasias, papules and pustule. Although the cause is unknown, it is believed to be a dysregulation of the natural immune response resulting in inflammation, Kolansky says.
Dr. Susan Stuart, of San Diego's UCSD Medical Center, says the redness of rosacea is due to the fact that people with this skin disorder have "a very fragile and delicate stratum corneum," which is the outermost layer of the skin.
How to Deal with Rosacea
Ideally, you want to preserve this layer of skin and cause the least amount of disruption as possible.
To that end, dermatologists often recommend the daily use of a good emollient or moisturizer to lubricate and protect this outermost skin layer, and suggest choosing makeup and skin care products carefully as people with rosacea have sensitive skin, Dr. Stuart says. Try to use makeup with light foundations and broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 against both UVA and UVB rays, which contain titanium dioxide or zinc oxide, and not to use waterproof cosmetics or those with heavy foundations.
You also want to avoid any skin care products that contain astringents, toners, alcohol, exfoliating agents, witch hazel, fragrances, menthol, peppermint, eucalyptus oil, clove oil, and salicylic acid. Dr. Stuart suggests we protect ourselves when using a new makeup or skin care product apply it sparingly to the face as a "test spot" to see if your skin reacts unfavorably to it prior to regular use.
Increasing moisture in your skin will reduce redness in skin, says Anna Logan, a holistic skincare specialist at the Touch of Faith Aesthetics Skin Care and Waxing Spa. Rosacea results from an overly acidic body and skin, which can be caused by a number of factors including physical activity, stress, environment, and, perhaps most importantly, diet.
Logan also caution against some types of food and drinks, such as meat, cheese, alcohol, and stimulants, like coffee and cigarettes — these form acids when processed by the body. Other foods, primarily fruits and vegetables, are alkaline-forming, which helps to neutralize acids. By following a healthy diet rich in alkaline-forming foods, you can balance your body and reduce your rosacea symptoms while improving your overall health.
How to Treat Rosacea
First, if you suffer from rosacea, see a board certified dermatologist as there are many advanced treatments available to reduce the redness and outbreaks from it.
However, treating rosacea need not involve an endless round of laser treatments, oral or topical antibiotics or the worst of all, the use of steroid, says Logan. It can be as simple as modifying your lifestyle to include positive healthy skin care habits.
Logan said that a diet that includes plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables and a lot of water is recommended. "Flare ups resulting from the intake of the acid foods and drinks and related stress that the patients has from the 'hyperness' of the acid consumption. Most patients know many of their 'triggers' that cause the flushing and redness such as alcohol, coffee, exercise, stress, etc. that are all acidic in nature," says Logan.
The problem is how to overcome this obstacle as these foods and drinks may be a big part of your entire life. The intake of foods and drinks need to be more alkaline to 'offset' or neutralize or buffer the acids to return the body to a more alkaline condition, Logan says.
How to Naturally Treat Rosacea
Essential oils are pure, therapeutic grade essential oils can be applied directly to the skin or they may be blended with sweet almond or jojoba carrier oils. The best essential oils to use for rosacea treatment include lavender, tea tree oil, eucalyptus, chamomile, frankincense, sandalwood and cedar wood, says Logan.
Dr. Tanweer Syed, a dermatologist at the University of California in San Francisco, reports that a cream containing a green-tea extract called polyphenone shows a 70 percent improvement in rosacea compared with an inactive
cream.
Inadequate riboflavin, caused by insufficient dietary intake or poor absorption in the digestive tract, may be associated with rosacea cautions Logan. Natural food sources of vitamin B2 include nuts, green leafy vegetables, fish, legumes, whole grains and probiotic yogurt.
Millions of us — including me — suffer from rosacea. It's common, and while inconvenient at times, easy to manage and deal with — especially now that you know the tools to make the effort as smooth as possible.
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What Causes Rosacea?
"Rosacea is characterized by erythema (redness) and telangiectasias," says Dr. Glenn Kolansky. He says we can recognize rosacea by its four subtypes: Flushing, redness and telangiectasias, papules and pustule. Although the cause is unknown, it is believed to be a dysregulation of the natural immune response resulting in inflammation, Kolansky says.
Dr. Susan Stuart, of San Diego's UCSD Medical Center, says the redness of rosacea is due to the fact that people with this skin disorder have "a very fragile and delicate stratum corneum," which is the outermost layer of the skin.
How to Deal with Rosacea
Ideally, you want to preserve this layer of skin and cause the least amount of disruption as possible.
To that end, dermatologists often recommend the daily use of a good emollient or moisturizer to lubricate and protect this outermost skin layer, and suggest choosing makeup and skin care products carefully as people with rosacea have sensitive skin, Dr. Stuart says. Try to use makeup with light foundations and broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 against both UVA and UVB rays, which contain titanium dioxide or zinc oxide, and not to use waterproof cosmetics or those with heavy foundations.
You also want to avoid any skin care products that contain astringents, toners, alcohol, exfoliating agents, witch hazel, fragrances, menthol, peppermint, eucalyptus oil, clove oil, and salicylic acid. Dr. Stuart suggests we protect ourselves when using a new makeup or skin care product apply it sparingly to the face as a "test spot" to see if your skin reacts unfavorably to it prior to regular use.
Increasing moisture in your skin will reduce redness in skin, says Anna Logan, a holistic skincare specialist at the Touch of Faith Aesthetics Skin Care and Waxing Spa. Rosacea results from an overly acidic body and skin, which can be caused by a number of factors including physical activity, stress, environment, and, perhaps most importantly, diet.
Logan also caution against some types of food and drinks, such as meat, cheese, alcohol, and stimulants, like coffee and cigarettes — these form acids when processed by the body. Other foods, primarily fruits and vegetables, are alkaline-forming, which helps to neutralize acids. By following a healthy diet rich in alkaline-forming foods, you can balance your body and reduce your rosacea symptoms while improving your overall health.
How to Treat Rosacea
First, if you suffer from rosacea, see a board certified dermatologist as there are many advanced treatments available to reduce the redness and outbreaks from it.
However, treating rosacea need not involve an endless round of laser treatments, oral or topical antibiotics or the worst of all, the use of steroid, says Logan. It can be as simple as modifying your lifestyle to include positive healthy skin care habits.
Logan said that a diet that includes plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables and a lot of water is recommended. "Flare ups resulting from the intake of the acid foods and drinks and related stress that the patients has from the 'hyperness' of the acid consumption. Most patients know many of their 'triggers' that cause the flushing and redness such as alcohol, coffee, exercise, stress, etc. that are all acidic in nature," says Logan.
The problem is how to overcome this obstacle as these foods and drinks may be a big part of your entire life. The intake of foods and drinks need to be more alkaline to 'offset' or neutralize or buffer the acids to return the body to a more alkaline condition, Logan says.
How to Naturally Treat Rosacea
Essential oils are pure, therapeutic grade essential oils can be applied directly to the skin or they may be blended with sweet almond or jojoba carrier oils. The best essential oils to use for rosacea treatment include lavender, tea tree oil, eucalyptus, chamomile, frankincense, sandalwood and cedar wood, says Logan.
Dr. Tanweer Syed, a dermatologist at the University of California in San Francisco, reports that a cream containing a green-tea extract called polyphenone shows a 70 percent improvement in rosacea compared with an inactive
cream.
Inadequate riboflavin, caused by insufficient dietary intake or poor absorption in the digestive tract, may be associated with rosacea cautions Logan. Natural food sources of vitamin B2 include nuts, green leafy vegetables, fish, legumes, whole grains and probiotic yogurt.
Millions of us — including me — suffer from rosacea. It's common, and while inconvenient at times, easy to manage and deal with — especially now that you know the tools to make the effort as smooth as possible.
http://styleunited.com/TipsAndTrends/article/Tips-from-the-Experts-on-Dealing-with-Rosacea
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