ROSACEA and SENSITIVE SKIN

Rosacea is a medical condition with no true "cure" but symptoms can be managed successfully. 

Rosacea involves a constant state of inflammation, primarily in the areas of the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead, often combined with broken capillaries and breakouts. 

Although the cause of Rosacea is unknown, vascular dysfunction may be linked to increased levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which stimulates the growth and development of new blood vessels, prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), a group of hormone-like substances that participate in the vasodilatation-dilation of the capillary walls, and pro-inflammatory cytokines.  

Links to the parasitic dermodex mite have also been found.  Human sebaceous follicles are inhabited by the dermodex mite.  Studies have found increased levels of the mite in Rosacea patients.  The proliferation of the mite causes increased irritation.

Although the cause of rosacea is still unclear, there are many known common triggers.  Avoiding these triggers is an important part of controlling your rosacea.  To name a few, rosacea sufferers should keep alcohol consumption to a minimum, avoid spicy and acidic foods as well as hot beverages, avoid very hot showers, steam rooms and hot tubs.  In addition to triggering rosacea flare-ups, sun exposure may potentially cause blood vessel damage that is associated with the disorder.

Exposure to ultraviolet light may lead to an increase in receptors for vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) in the skin. Above all, rosacea patients should consult their aesthetician as to the best sun protection product for them and use it diligently.  

People with rosacea should treat their skin gently, avoid aggressive exfoliation and alchohol-based skin products. The Naderi Center offers prescription topicals as well as the high quality Image Ormedics Antioxidant Skin Care Line, which can be used to help control rosacea at home.

The Naderi Center also offers several in-office treatments aimed specifically at treating rosacea and sensitive skin types.  The  Sensi-micro Facial is our most popular skin care treatment for rosacea and sensitive skin and can be  performed monthly to control symptoms. 

Photorejuvenation, or IPL, can be used to effectively reduce diffuse redness at the same time improving skin texture and pore size.  IPL also aids in the reduction of papules and pustules (or break outs) often associated with rosacea.  More recent studies have shown that IPL, helps reduce heightened levels of VEGF, vascular endothelial growth factor, thus hindering new vascular growth on the face.

A full list of services appropriate for rosacea and sensitive skin is listed under the SKIN CARE TREATMENTS and PRICES page.  Also be sure to check out the ROSACEA RECOVERY PACKAGE on the Packages and Services page.

So when you are ready to improve or maintain your skin, visit us and get to know our staff.