Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Rosacea Cure?

A business contact was telling me today about something that some positive effect on her rosacea (that she has been treating for 25+ years). No, it wasn't the fractal laser treatment that so many dermatologists recommend. No, it wasn't the antibiotic treatment that doctors often think will help but have so many side effects that it isn't worthwhile. No, it's not the topical antibiotic gel that is commonly used, or the other over the counter non-prescription products available. The product that has some positive effect on her rosacea was Nerium, a new serum developed from the oleander plant. Apparently it didn't do much for the aging skin and wrinkles but did have a calming effect on the blush and redness. Since the medical community doesn't agree on what causes rosacea, it's hard to find a cure. But I have found significant relief from my rosacea with Rodan + Fields "Soothe" regimen. My rosacea is cleared up to the point that people don't know I have rosacea - how cool is that! If you'd like more information on this or other products from Rodan + Fields, the doctors who created ProActiv for teenage acne, drop me a note at debandonly@comcast.net

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Regularity is the key

Great skin can happen overnight, with a serum that really works for your skin and issues while you sleep. But the biggest gains happen over time using a consistent regimen of cleansing, toning, moisturizing, and preventing future damage with appropriate sunscreen. Why is all of this important? It's important because each element of the process plays a slightly different chemical role in the support of existing cells and the replenishment of new cells. The skin is our largest organ in our body, so we need to treat it well. And also support it by drinking enough water and getting enough sleep so that resources are replenished to the skin. I say love the skin you are in - don't hit it with a poison or cut it up and reshape it artificially with plastic surgery or other procedures. Treat it well and the results will show up daily.