What is Rosacea?

Rosacea is a vascular disorder that exhibits visible changes and reactions on and within the skin such as found in the result gallery. If left untreated Rosacea becomes progressively worse.

Rosacea is not a complexion problem that will go away by itself and if left untreated it will become worse. The effects can cause devastating psychological and social problems.

Rosacea is a vascular disorder that exhibits visible changes and reactions on and within the skin such as:

• Flushing redness on the cheeks, nose, forehead and chin
• Erythema (swelling), inflammation
• Tightness
• Small blisters, red bumps, pimples
• Heat welts
• Watery itchy eyes
• Bulbous nose, noticeable pores, baggy cheeks. In very severe Rosacea & Fibroplasia cases, distorted facial features may occur
• Sensations include; stinging, burning, hot itchy rashes

CONTRIBUTING FACTORS

1. Hereditary - Genetic links such as Asthma, Eczema, Psoriasis, Dermatitis and Rheumatoid Arthritis can all be regarded as indicators to Rosacea
2. Environmental - Sun exposure, stress
3. Diet - Lack of fatty acids, alcohol, spicy foods and hot beverages such as coffee
4. Medications - Cosmetics with irritating ingredients and fragrances
5. Helicobacter Pylori bacterium (same bacteria that causes reflux in the stomach)
6. Demodex Folliculorum (a mite that lives in the hair follicles and triggers inflammation if it enters the capillary network)
7. Suppressed immune system (due to a prolonged elevation of Cortisol levels)
8. Impaired acid mantle - Poor barrier function
9. Skin type - No specific skin type susceptible to Rosacea

Statistics

• 69% of women are concerned about their wrinkles
• By age 20 90% of sun damage has occurred

SUPPORTING & ENHANCING A LIFETIME OF HEALTHY SKIN

WHAT TO DO

• Practice good sun protection; SPF 30+ Daily
• Reduce stress levels

WHAT NOT TO DO

• Rubbing & harsh scrubs
• Steam rooms, saunas
• Irritating cosmetics
• Eat too much dairy