Rosacea

# 143

Posted: 27/01/2011 12:33

Wesley/Irons,

Irons, you can probably get IPL done in Cork through a Dermatologist but insist on getting it done for the redness etc and if they dont recommend it for this then move onto a Dr that will as this is brilliant for redness ok-dont give up....

Wesley,

Give the IPL few sessions and dont despair as it may take a few to notice difference ok. Cant believe Dr put you on Roaacutane as this is only for acne, spots and pustules  and is known to cause very red face due to dryness etc so avoid this. I didnt find Minocin any good for redness-good for pustules alright but awful side effects of Depression for me-so long story short-never taking Minocin again ever!!!! I use the Zinc Citrate instead.

I also avoid red wine, milky products etc as my face gets itchy few hours after having them...

Best of luck ok-any questions let me know

# 142

Posted: 27/01/2011 11:34

Wesley,

You should try the IPL.  The tablets are just for the pimples and swelling - no improvement to the red face.  You should read Redfaces comments below- its a success story giving me hope!! 

# 141

Posted: 26/01/2011 20:48

I was diagnosed with rosacea a year and a half ago, and went on minosil first which done nothing for it, then I went on roacutane for 4 months which also done nothing.

The dermatoligist was surprised that roacutane done nothing for the condition. He put me back on minosil and rozex gel which doesnt seem to be doing anything for it either.

From my research these treatments seem to be mostly for pimple lumpy type rosacea, which I dont have. I have the flushing, general redness type rosacea. I easily flush for years i.e temperature changes etc. The dermatologist said to avoid triggers, but my triggers are so simple their unavoidable. life is a trigger!

I asked the dermatoligist would laser treatment help but he said you would have to have visible veins for that to work, he said it would not help for redness or flushing. however from my research it seems laser is both for flushing redness and visible veins. Any suggestions welcome as I want a solution that works asap

# 140

Posted: 26/01/2011 19:52

Hi again, the blackrock clinic is a bit far away from me in Cork, anyone know a place that is Cork local and reputable, with honest advice.

Thanks

# 139

Posted: 25/01/2011 12:36

Hi Irons,

I probably had 6 or 7 sessions for the first year and half and only go back once a year now but you may need less-the laser nurse will let you know. They do a test shot and if no reaction to it-they make appt for you then and you start sessions probably on a monthly basis.

I went to Dr Cal Condon- a Dermatologist and laser specialist at the Blackrock clinic and just meet the laser nurse now when I go for IPL. Its expensive but very worthwhile for me anyway and I'm sure you'll be the same. I met someone recently that just has redness on her nose and she is making an appt with this dermatologist too.

Look up the internet/phone directory for dr's number and see how you go. Best of luck anyway and by the way, the IPL is great for wrinkles and sun damaged skin too so you get 3 in 1- ha ha

# 138

Posted: 25/01/2011 08:23

Hi iv had a big stupid red face for 3 years now and no matter wot i tried i couldn't get rid of it but now iv found something to control it... Zirtek antihistamines are only 4 euro and cleared it up completely for about 2 months for me last time, just started them again 3 days ago and im beetroot free already, its only 1 tiny tablet once a day for a week, worth a try if nothing else works for you

# 137

Posted: 24/01/2011 22:03

Thanks Redhead, just to be clear its €350 a session and I will need at least one session to see if I can tolerate it. Presuming I can tolerate it how many sessions will it take to get to your situation, as it sounds like we have something more or less the same? I have no pumps or acne its just red cheeks forehead like I have blood pressure. I take it the Blackrock clinic is not a beauty salon? It’s a genuine dermatologist centre.

# 136

Posted: 24/01/2011 17:54

Hi guys,

I used to go to a doctor (€150 per session) for my IPL and didn't notice a difference (4 sessions).  I moved to the Ailesbury clinic and i have already noticed a difference (around €350 for two sessions).  I think the machines they use really makes a difference.   

Also, the Ailesbury clinic recommended a cream by Agera "Recovery Complex" -it's great.  My skin feels so smooth and the dry patches are improving - i have only been using it for 2 weeks.  Make up is so much easier to get off now.  It is expensive though. 

They have told me to start using Barely mineral.  Do you use mineral make?  If so, what do you think of it?

Thanks

# 135

Posted: 24/01/2011 14:01

Irons,

I had the IPL done at the Blackrock clinic-its not cheap but I would definitely get it done at a reputable Dermatologist or hospital rather than from a beauty salon. The cost usually depends on how much of your face needs it-I usually pay €350 and get it done once a year. For me it really worth it as my face was beetroot red and had daily flushings and havent had them in 3 years now. It will take a few sessions as you have to have initial Laser done to see it you can tolerate it and then each time they increase the intensity until you get results.

For any bumps etc, I take zinc citrate each day and use seasalt and my skin looks better than it ever did so there is hope and dont despair ok. You can claim tax relief on the Laser costs just hold onto your receipts from Dermatologist.

# 134

Posted: 21/01/2011 22:08

Hi Guys,

I have had redness for years and always put it down to alchohol, this week I was officially diagnosed with rosacea. Can some please advise a reputable IPL treatment clinic what wont rob me please.

# 133

Posted: 13/12/2010 09:41

Hi everyone,

I would give the IPL a few more sessions as I had about 6 in the first year I developed the burning and redness, know its expensive but give it go. Make sure you are avoiding red wine and spicy foods as these contribute to the redness. I go once a year for the ipl now as a preventative measure.

Since my last post, here's what I'm using on my skin for the last few months: Zinc and dead seasalt water. I put seasalt into a jar with water and use this for a week then make a new one. I apply the seasalt water to my face after cleansing and leave it on for a few minutes (I left it on overnight at the start as my skin had lots of bumbs, itchy etc) but now I just leave it for a few minutes and then wash off. I find its brilliant for my skin-I read about peoples rosacea improving when in seawater or around the sea so I gave it a shot and use it all the time now. I think the Zinc really helps as well-I take about 2/3 chelated zinc every day, but check the dosage on the bottle.

Hope this helps someone-I've been off the minocin nearly a year now and would never go on it again. My skin is better since using the seasalt and supposed to help with wrinkles as well and its cheap-you can get it in health shop.

Happy Xmas

# 132

Posted: 09/12/2010 21:38

Hi,

I have had 4 IPL treatments and unfortunately, i am still red!!  After the 3rd treatment i did notice a hugh improvement but then i had a flare up from nothing and i was back to square one.  I was just wondering if i should keep doing it or give up?  Any positive stories!!   

# 131

Posted: 07/09/2010 16:20

Hi there, I was recently told that I has Rosacea by my doctor. She advised that I get a gel called Rozex which I did and apply twice daily. I have only being doing this for a week but have noticed no change and just wondered am I being a little impatient. I was working out alot and read somewhere that strenuous exercise can irritate this condition, does anybody know if that is true. I drink at the weekends quite a bit and also read that alcohol can also irritate the condition. Any comments would be appreciated.

# 130

Posted: 12/07/2010 11:38

Hi Roma, the 'Dianette' contraceptive pill is developed specifically to help with certain skin conditions. Or you could switch to the implant or IUD if you don't plan on trying for a baby for the next couple of years.

# 129

Posted: 11/07/2010 21:26

Hey all,

Hope everyone is doing well.

I was wondering if any women suffering with rosacea out there have noticed the condition being affected by the contraceptive pill???I last year my rosacea was really bad. At christmas I stopped taking the pill, just to give my body a break, I didnt think it had anything to do with the rosacea but the last 6 months while my skin is quite red still, the itching stinging & spots eased off majorly.

I notice this now because 2 weeks ago I started taking the pill again & I would swear my face has started to itch & my eyelids are covered in spots. It seems to be getting bad again. Im on microlite & wondering if this is in my imagination? If it is affecting it, anyone know of any contraceptive pills that have helped with the condition?? or at least not made it worse!

Thanks in advance

# 128

Posted: 28/06/2010 09:50

Hi all,

Just to let you know that I was also advised to take zinc and vitamin c and have been taking 2 of each the last week and its great too-there was a few stubborn spots that seemed to remain on my cheek but dont know if its the zinc/Vit C or just persevering with the viola extract but they are gone. Its chelated zinc I take. Just for people that have burning/redness be careful using the viola extract as it can make your face a little red as its extracted using alcohol.............

Hope this helps some of you.....

Redhead

# 127

Posted: 15/06/2010 12:17

Thats great to hear redhead. Glad you've found something that works. Ill give it a try! Thanks for sharing

# 126

Posted: 14/06/2010 16:23

Hi everyone,

Sorry long time no post but anyway here's what I've been trying successfully for the last few weeks and it works...... Viola tricolor (Wild pansy) extract by A Vogel. A girl in my local healthshop recommended this for rosacea/acne/excema etc, I started off taking the drops in water and drinking it but then started to apply it to my face starting once a day then up to twice a day and now even 3 times a day-it can take a week or two to work but its brilliant for the rosacea bumps and spots. My skin hasnt looked better and gives it a nice clear look. I'm so glad girl recommended it to me as I didnt want to continue taking Minocin (too many side effects). I would still recommend IPL Laser for the redness and burning but for me the viola has worked brilliant for my red itcy bumps which I always had and new ones every day. Give it a try-supposed to be excellent for acne too, hope this helps.

Redhead

# 125

Posted: 20/03/2010 08:47

ive rosacea too, on nose and is first thing ive to deal with every day and have to check throughout the day!! have had it for maybe 10 years but didnt know what rosacea was until a few months ago when i went to a skin clinic. am using vital c products (high in vit c and e) and Magc peptide serum (smells fishy i think). i find these are gentle on my fave, the serum is very oily tho and wondering is this good or bad, but am trusting my dermatologist for now, also using sunfactor 30+ high in zinc on my nose every day to prevent from any further damage.

is anyone else using these products and how are they finding them??

cutting out coffee i find has helped and am going to see if a month dairy free will help too

definitely avoid hot baths, saunas etc and get used to taking cooler showers, and washing face with cool-luke warm water

will read all your posts now for tips

# 124

Posted: 15/03/2010 10:07

Hi everyone,

The brand of HCI (with pepsin) I got was from Biocare-I got in my local health shop which stocks all brands so maybe you can check online. I am still taking it and also just using my fish oil (Eskimo brand). I stopped using the Jojoba oil as near time of month and skin was dodgy and didnt want to cause further breakouts. Might give it a try again though-so just using my MD Forte cleanser, oil of ulay moisturiser, Rosex cream and Vichy dermablend makeup....

Martha Mary-regarding ur daughter-Its probably best to see your dr/dermatologist first to diagnose if it is rosacea. I used IPL laser when diagnosed first when face was really red and burning-had to go for few sessions and now only once a year. see what dr says first. I developed rosacea at about 32......

# 123

Posted: 13/03/2010 22:25

My late father suffered from rosacea which caused his nose to appear large and gave him the appearance of a whiskey drinker. My 15 year old daughter who suffers from chilblains on her fingers and toes is concerned that she is developing the condition as her nose is quite red. I'd appreciate any comments and help if possible

# 122

Posted: 12/03/2010 17:00

hi all, hope ye find some relief with some of the things ye are using. Just wondering what healthshop did you get the HCI with pepsin. I just checked online in evergreen and holland&barrett and it says they dont stock it.

Also, what fish oils do you find best.

Thanks and best of luck.

# 121

Posted: 11/03/2010 09:18

Suzy,

Your welcome - know its a horrible thing so any cures that we can find are giving us hope. I used some jojoba oil last night with water to wash my face and it seemed to turn my face really red but I might try it on one side of face and see-its time of month and since I'm not on minocin - its bound to be bad now. Keep taking the fish oil for your eyes as everytime I run out of it-my eyes seem to get dry and red....

Let me know how you get on......

# 120

Posted: 10/03/2010 15:48

Hi Redhead. Thanks for the feedback. Have started taking l-lysine & vit C. Was already taking omega 3 oil & acidophillus so hopefully this will all help. Have heard that taking a mixture of 1/8 borax in a glass of water internaly as well as aplying to face is supposed to help as it is claimed it is an insect or mite which causes rosacea. So hard to know if any of these things actually do clear symptoms completely. Cannot find anyone who has been completely successful.Also there are great claims in taking 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar daily in a glass of water. I guess its just trial & error & its different for everyone. What does worry me is that ocular rosacea can damage eyesight if left untreated. Just hate the thoughts of taking antibiotics as they cause thrush-which is yeast -which is thought to contribute to the seborrheic dematitis. Its a vicious circle!

# 119

Posted: 10/03/2010 10:04

Hi Suzy,

I've never heard of this range-there are so many products advertised for rosacea that its hard to know what works. Personally I think any skin care products dont work-I think something has to be taken internally as it seems to be caused from the inside out- at the moment I'm taking HCI with Pepsin (see your health shops) as it seems that many people with rosacea have low stomach acid which causes the breakout on the face-I'm only taking it with 2 weeks and can see a little improvement. I also take Vit B complex, Vit C and lysine which is helping as well

I stopped taking Minocin over a month ago as it weakens your immune system (for me I was really tired while taking it and caused low mood etc) but everyone is different-minocin definately helped with pustules etc but wanted to try something more natural. Take a look on the net regarding the low stomach acid etc and see what you think.

I also take a lot of fish oil for my eyes and this helps-give it a month or so-it seems to lubricate the eyes and again I tried all the eye drops and no good.Also wash your eyelids every few nights with johnsons baby shampoo and warm water. I was at a health exhibition last week and got neem face cream and soap-supposed to help with rosacea too but havent started these yet as bit wary re any products like this. I will post with an update on these whenever I start using them!!!!

When I developed rosacea at the start, I got the burning, flushing on face and only thing that helped this was IPL Laser-expensive but worth it as never got burning after that..

Hope this helps

# 118

Posted: 09/03/2010 16:02

Hi all! Have just discovered that I am suffering from rosacea-as well as seborraheic dermatitis. It appears that both these conditions can occur toghether-as if one of them isnt bad enough! My eyes are affectd by the rosacea-sore & tired. I have stopped using my usual cosmetics & skincare  products and this has really helped. But still have the horrible pimples & redness around my mouth & nose. I have just come across a range from Darphin, called Intral-which claims to be suitable for rosacea sufferers. Has anyone tried them? Is there any natural or homeopathic remedies out there that can help with the eyes? Are antibiotics the best solution -its not the way I would like to go.

# 117

Posted: 28/01/2010 17:21

Hi Bridie,

Like redhead I have never heard of this range at all. its very expensive.

Like you have I come to accept that there is nothing I can do about this condition. Well I say that now cos Im not having a flare up at the moment :-)

I realise that nothing is gonna cure it so what I look for these days are clenasers & moisturisers that arent gonna make it worse. 2 weeks ago I bought on the off chance the Garnier range for sensitive skin. they are in the pink bottles. I got the cleanser, toner & a little pink day moisturiser. I ahve to say so far Im very impressed & they were so cheap.

What sort of rosacea does everyone here suffer with? I suffer with flare ups. Ill be fine for a month & then in bits for 2 weeks. Those 2 weeks I suffer.

Is there an irish Rosacea organisation or website? I couldnt find one. Somewhere you can post help & tips & maybe pick up some tips aswell. Id love to discuss it sometimes & give any help I can.

# 116

Posted: 25/01/2010 11:48

Hi Bridie,

I havent heard of this range but let me know how you get on...

# 115

Posted: 24/01/2010 23:03

Hello All, I've just been to see a skin specialist regarding my rosacea (which I have had for nearly four years) and he recommends the Schrammek products. I have accepted that this condition cannot be cured but would love to know whether anyone out there have ever used these products for their rosacea and if so whether they found them to be any good. I am a little hesistant to spend out money on these creams as at €60 each (i need three separate bottles) they don't come cheap. I'm basically just looking for a good mosituriser that won't irritate my rosacea as have discovered the Jane Iredale range of make up which is brilliant at disguising it. Any help greatly appreciate. Thanks

# 114

Posted: 24/10/2009 11:14

Hi,

I use the La Roche Posay range and find it very good,now it does`nt treat it but keeps the redness and itchiness at bay.  Good luck,let me know if it helps.

# 113

Posted: 21/10/2009 14:13

Hi Roma101,

I know exactly how you feel-I was in a stressful job few years ago when I got the same symptoms as you. Please get your doctor to refer you to a dermatologist and tell exactly what you are experiencing-especially the burning on your face-this is the worst thing and its so so hard to focus on anything when your face feels like its on fire. I was referred to  the Blackrock clinic and started taking Minocin (Minocycline) and after diagnosing it I started the IPL Laser-it takes a few sessions but thank God it took away the burning and is very good for your skin. They will do a test first to make sure you dont react to it-but I have really sensitive skin and was able to have it with no problems. The Minocin really helps with the spots etc but doesnt help with the burning in my opinion so dont beat yourself up about taking it for a while. I only need to take the minocin maybe 1 month a year now and also go for one session of IPL each year to ensure burning doesnt return.

Dont let this get to you because it can be treated -it really got me down but there is hope........ Not sure what part of country you are from but other Dermatologists probably have these machines too, some beauticians use them as well but I would suggest a Dermatologist first because its your face!!!!

I also take Dianette as it helps with hormonal acne....

Hope this helps but I was in same situation as you and can totally understand what you're going through but IPL definitely helped me 100%

Let me know how you get on...

# 112

Posted: 21/10/2009 13:12

Hi there,

I am so so glad to find an Irish forum discussing this dreadful condiotion. So glad to find people who understand.

I am sitting at my desk in my office trying to hold back the tears - my face at the moment - my cheeks - are red, roasting hot, itchy & getting more rashy by the minute. I just about a week ago finished a course of antibiotics which I found really helped my skin but I cant take these forever.

I am freash out of ideas as to where to turn to next. I have not been wearing make up as Im afraid to aggrevate it anymore. Im so mortified when anyone speaks to me. I dont want anyone looking at me.

Ive not been using a cleanser or moistuiser the last few days as I have run out & I dont know what to buy next. The heat really aggrevates my face as does having a shower.

Has anyone tried the La Roche Posay range? Or Avene? I really need advice here - can you tell me what produts in there ranges to go for please??? Theres too much, I cant decide. No offence to the people working in the chemists but they dont have a clue.

Do I stay away from oil products? Can anyone advise - Im so upset at the mo.

Thank you.

# 111

Posted: 05/09/2009 17:17

I have had rosacea for about seven years and tried everything but it just got worse over the years till you could nearly see my nose in the dark then I tried a health shop they sent me for an allergy test four days later my nose is ever so silghty red and i have never felt so well and all because of a few stupid things I had an allergy to and yes the doctors told me I had rosacea and gave me all the treatments for it . It was the best fifty euro i ever spent so dont give up yet

# 110

Posted: 20/07/2009 22:33

Hi Redhead,

Thanks for the advice. I will stick with the IPL for another while and see how Im doing after 6 sessions. If the effects only lasted longer than a week (i.e. a couple of months) I'd be delighted with it as a treatment.

I'll also look into the minocin antibiotic. Not sure about the Rosadyn though, as Dr Nase has received a lot of criticism on the various Rosacea support forums, apparently he has been less than honest with some of his claims. Although I wouldnt rule anything out in my attempts to finally get control of this damned affliction :(

# 109

Posted: 13/07/2009 17:38

RedRoy,

I'm presuming you are male....

In my experience, the IPL is brilliant for the facial flushing and I had prob about 6 sessions or more the first year I got Rosacea. However minocin is for the outbreaks and pustules associated with rosacea and I use Dianette pill (contraceptive pill) for the pustules and hormonal acne. But I started taking the minocin antibiotic at the start and it really helped with the spots etc so talk to your GP or Dermatologist about this. Don't think any creams etc really help it-only from inside out really. Look up Rosadyn.com as Dr Nase has recently introduced some tabs for rosacea which seem to be giving positive results but havent tried it myself. This dr actually suffered from R himself and has been doing lots of research into it along with other Dermatologists...

Hope this helps

# 108

Posted: 11/07/2009 10:37

Hi,

Has anyone tried either the Danne King Enzyme treatment or Red Light Therapy for rosacea?

I have been on a course of IPL (4 to date) and although they give me immediate relief from my Rosacea symptoms, within a week my nose will start flushing and small pustules appearing again.  I'm just wondering if either of the above treatments would be a viable alternative to IPL or indeed if theres any other action I could take to prolong the effectiveness of the IPL?

Thanks,

# 107

Posted: 10/05/2009 18:20

I'm 18 years old and started to get my rosacea around the age of 17. I was just finishing a cure with Roaccutan, the strong acne treatment, and it was the first time since I was 14 without those hateful spots, but I didn't fail to remark that my skin was starting to get a redish tone, that I blushed much more easerly and that I sometimes felt my skin getting hot after being outside in the winter. Which later lead me to the conclusion (with my dermatologist) - I have rosacea. I've now been suffering one year with this desease, and I can tell you that I'd pay anything to get my unclean acne skin back comparing to rosacea. As I guess you all know, it's such an embarassing disease that really influences everything in you normal life. I really hate it and I feel depressed about the fact that I probably have to live with it for the rest of my life, starting at the time where my life is about to begin for real.

However, I'm really happy about finding this site with other fellow rosaceans. It brings me back some hope of getting cured. I've read your reviews of redness and blemish control, and I've just bought it in fact. I simply bought the 0.5Oz and have much hope in it. If anyone more has been using it, please tell me about it. I want to hear everything, even if it hasn't worked! Is it really that amazing as it's told on the site, or are they exaggerating? It's if it was some magical cure, it sounds almost too good to be truth..

I'm also curious about the couperose-C serum by Emincence altough I've got the impression that it's more of a calming serum to use during breakouts, that doesn't really change the disease overall.

I've gotten "skinoren" and "rozacreme" (a french mark of the cream that contains metronidazole) as treatment by my dermatologist, and also antibiotic pills. But don't feel that it has helped at all.

The only "treatment" I can say have worked is summer, as the rosacea gets at least a little bit better with warm weather rather than cold!

# 106

Posted: 26/04/2009 17:00

Hi,

I  have been prescribed Oxytetracycline for 3 months and recomended to use Rosaliac moisturiser by La Roch Passary,has anyone used these???

# 105

Posted: 08/04/2009 11:44

Hi,

I have super sensitivie skin also and Rosex is fairly mild I find anyway. Not like Retin A which seems to cause the skin to peel a few days after using it. I suffered severe flushing and redness and only thing that got rid of it was IPL Laser. It was brilliant, expensive but worth it. Got it done at the Blackrock clinic. Its about eur350 each time and when I got this done and was on Dianette and occasionally minocin antibiotics, my skin was fabulous!!!

I changed to Yasmin Pill last June and defo skin has got bumpy again in last few months so I started on Minocin again last week and if things don't improve I'll go back on the Dianette. But for redness - for me IPL was only thing that removed redness, flushing and broken veins. I have to go for 1 session each year now to prevent it coming back but its good also for sun damaged skin etc.

I was with Facedoctor soap (with seabuckthorn oil)-its okay but bit drying sometimes I use MD Formulations cleanser with Salicyic Acid-these were both fine when no pustules but now at moment don't think they're doing much but think it probably hormonal too as I have suffered from acne since about 16..

Has anyone tried using Seabuckthorn oil on its own on the face? Its supposed to be good and not as drying as the soaps which contain it....

Hope this helps....

# 104

Posted: 07/04/2009 19:12

Hi.I'm 28 years of age and have suffered from moderate rosacea on my nose for serveral years. I currently use a regimen which consists of:Cetaphil non irritating cleanser Finacea gel (azelaic acid) Clinique daily relief cream Moisturiser with SPF15. The above routine keeps the pustules & pupules under control however theredness on my nose is pretty much persistent and I also have a tendency to flush in reaction to food, anxiety, stress etc. This is despite the fact that I have minimised dairy, caffeine, sugar, bread etc in my diet. My dermatogolist has prescribed rosex, however I'm reluctant to try it because:a) I have hyper sensitive skin (is rosex particularly harsh?) b) I have read that Rosex is primarily for treating p&p as opposed to redness? Can you advise if Rosex (metronidazole) is worth trying? Alternatively Id appreciate any advice on a superior treatment for the persistent redness, flushing which is making my my self esteem wither. Many thanks.