A run-down on rosacea / sensitive skin

Dr. Sophie and Fiona discuss:

• Is it sensitivity or rosacea? • The symptoms of sensitivity (possible links to other issues) • The different types (and symptoms) of rosacea • The importance of managing symptoms asap • Fiona’s experience and how it cleared up • Perimenopause and the link with acne rosacea • Rosacea triggers • Will HRT help? • What causes rosacea? • A link between rosacea and a stomach bacteria • The role of stress • Rosacea skincare / product recommendations
• Products labelled “hypoallergenic” • What to look for in a skincare range • Can you use acids? • Can you use retinoids? • Thoughts on SPF • Topical antibiotics • Ivermectin • Roaccutane • Low dose (oral) antibiotics • Laser treatment • Facials • Peels • LED light • Prescription creams for flushing • How muscle relaxants can help • Gut health and rosacea • Foods that could be a trigger • Make-up • Is taking skincare samples home…theft?! • Who is most prone to rosacea? • Darker skin types and rosacea

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Dr Sophie and Fiona mention a few brands, ideas, studies and individuals – all the links are here (press ‘episode website’ for the full list):

The cream Fiona was prescribed: https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/ivermectin-topical-application-route/side-effects/drg-20075441?p=1#:~:text=Ivermectin%201%25%20topical%20cream%20is,only%20with%20your%20doctor%27s%20prescription.

Sophie’s On Stella article https://www.onstella.com/the-latest/dryness-itchiness/a-guide-to-rosacea-menopause-treatment/

Research that shows a possible link between rosacea and a bacteria called helicobacter pylori https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6042414/

Sophie recommends:

Revision Skincare Gentle Cleansing Lotion

Meder Beauty Net-Apax Prebiotic Cleansing Mask

The Byoma range https://byoma.com/uk/

CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser

La Roche-Posay Toleriane range

Sophie also recommended PHAs - Polyhydroxy acids

NeoStrata’s Restore range

Sophie talked about azelaic acid

Sophie also flagged granactive retinoids

She talked about Elizabeth Arden Retinol + HPR Ceramide cream

Byoma’s Retinol oil with granactive retinoids

Meder Beauty Red Apex Concentrate

SkinCeuticals PhytoCorrective Serum

Synchrorose by SkinMed

La Roche-Posay’s Rosaliac Anti-Redness Intense Serum

Obagi Hydrate

Meder Beauty Salva Derm moisturiser

Sente Ultranourishing Cream

Heliocare Mineral Tolerance Fluid or their A-R Emulsion

Intradermology Synergy 6

La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF50+

The Vichy range of sunscreens

This is the Sali Hughes article Fiona mentions: https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2015/aug/29/rosacea-treatments-that-work-sali-hughes

Clarins’ Sensitive Skin Beauty Repair Concentrate is mentioned

Sophie mentions the Byonik laser https://illuminateskinclinic.co.uk/treatment/byonik-laser

We do have clinical studies that show a link between gut health and rosacea – here’s one https://www.dermatologytimes.com/view/skin-microbiota-linked-with-systemic-disease-rosacea

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