TREATING ROSACEA WITH NUTRACEUTICALS

 A rather new approach in the treatment of rosacea is the emergence of the concept of nutraceutical treatment. Nutraceutical is a created term combining the words “nutrition” and“pharmaceutical”. It is a product that is eaten or ingested in tablet form that is promoted to provide some form of health or medical benefit. The idea in this approach to treatment is that a vitamin or dietary supplement can improve the condition of the skin. The FDA does NOT recognize the term Nutraceutical. And as such this is a very unregulated market that must be approached with caution. Definitely a case of ‘let the buyer beware’.

TREATING ROSACEA WITH COSMECEUTICALS

Depending on who you ask, everyone has their own opinion about the best way to treat your rosacea. The woman at the cosmetic counter will tell you rosacea is a cosmetic condition and advise a makeup or cosmeceutical. 

Cosmeceutical is a fairly new term in the skin care industry which is derived as a combination of cosmetic and pharmaceutical. Let it be known the FDA does not recognize this as a legitimate term or category thus there is little to no government regulation of these products. 

The term cosmeceutical came in to use to describe products which contain a weaker active ingredient than a similar prescription strength product with the intent being to have you believe you will get the same or similar results. An example of a cosmeceutical would be anti-aging or anti-wrinkle creams purchased over the counter that contain retinol marketed as being similar and more affordable than Retin-A a prescription medication. The over the counter product frequently contains a very much diluted active ingredient and will generally not produce the same effects as its stronger prescription strength counterpart. 

You often see the term cosmeceutical used in over the counter rosacea treatments. This does not mean the product is not effective but it does mean that it is not subject to the same guidelines or regulation as a rosacea pharmaceutical product or treatment would be.

In fact many of these products may contain several ingredients known for their beneficial properties but when used in combination can actually make your skin worse.  When it comes to an effective treatment of rosacea, fewer ingredients, lower strength and a lighter application can produce bigger, better results.

Finally Found a Rosacea Treatment That Works!

Finally found a rosacea treatment that works! I just placed my third or fourth order of the Rosacea-Ltd discs, they are wonderful
and have made a huge difference for me. I definitely recommend this treatment for anyone who is tired of living with rosacea.

*Fran

ROSACEA TREATMENT

Rosacea-Ltd is one of the pioneers in rosacea treatment and research. It's gentle all-natural approach to the treatment of rosacea and its symptoms include lifestyle suggestions to minimize rosacea flares, an alkaline-based diet formula to balance the body and boost immune system health. he ingredients in Rosacea-Ltd are based on natural minerals found in the body which are well established for their anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It is an all-round holistic approach to treating the skin without the use of harsh chemicals.

Rosacea Hydration

Can the water you drink affect the condition of your skin? Absolutely.
Lack of adequate water hydration can result in wrinkles, tightness of the skin, facial redness, dry, itchy skin, clogged pores leading to acne, and rosacea.

Lack of adequate water hydration can result in wrinkles. Forget about all the anti-wrinkle creams and lotions, without the proper amount of water, your skin will become dry, drawn and wrinkled. The solution is quite simple – drink more water!

Increasing your water intake helps to plump up, moisturize and tone the skin. The proverbial fountain of youth may actual be found in a glass of water!

So how much is enough?

Your body weight, and activity level play a part in the determination of the amount of water needed to maintain proper hydration. Other factors include the dryness or oiliness of your skin. If your skin is dry and tight feeling, then increasing your water intake will give your skin a more supple and youthful appearance. Oily skin is the result of your body producing oil to protect and nurture the skin. If your apply harsh chemicals and treatments to your skin, the body will produce more oil to maintain the protective layer the body needs to keep out bacteria and germs from entering the body.

So how much do you need? Each of us has different needs and based on our level of activity and environment requires different amounts of water. The best rule to go on is to start with 8 eight-ounce glasses a day. And adjust the amount based on how your skin reacts. Many people find that their optimum hydration is best achieved when consuming 10 to 12 glasses a day.

Will Rosacea-Ltd Work For Me?

Rosacea-Ltd IV is targeted for use by those with sensitive facial skin. Rosacea-Ltd IV is our patented fourth version of Rosacea-Ltd, designed to glide over the skin more smoothly than previous versions.


If your skin is red, irritated or overly sensitive due to harsh chemical treatments used in the past, or inflamed as a result of allergy or environmental influences, Rosacea-Ltd can be helpful in calming the skin and soothing the irritation.

WHAT IS ACNE ROSACEA?

The term "acne rosacea" was first used by Dr. Thomas Bateman in 1812, who noted: "The perfect cure of acne rosacea is, in fact, never accomplished." Other 19th century references commonly listed rosacea among the different forms of acne.

By 1891, Dr. Henri G. Piffard, a professor of dermatology in New York, called for distinctions among different forms of acne to more truly differentiate symptoms.

Today, dermatologists confirm that rosacea is a distinct skin condition distinctly separate from, rather than a form or type of acne.  It is also noted that acne treatments can be the cause of rosacea or make rosacea symptoms worse.

 Advances in rosacea research have also dispelled the centuries-old myth that rosacea is caused by heavy consumption of alcohol. While alcohol may aggravate rosacea, the symptoms of rosacea can be just as severe in one who never consumes alcohol.

Acne rosacea is a misleading term: rosacea and acne are two entirely different conditions, although they can and do appear together. Clogged skin pores and bacterial infections cause acne. Rosacea occurs when blood vessels move to just below the skin's surface, leading to blotchy red patches. These blotches fade and then return, becoming more permanent over time.

Perioral Dermatitis and Rosacea

 Facial eruptions occurring around the lips, chin and nose area are often diagnosed as perioral dermatitis. This inflammation of the nose, chin and mouth area generally consists of small red bumps or even pus bumps and mild peeling as the skin is extremely aggravated.

Use of fluoride-enhanced or tartar-control toothpaste, mouthwash, chapstick, lip gloss, and /or lipstick can result in a worsening of the symptoms. It is also believed that topical steroids, residue from asthma inhalers, nasal sprays, cinnamon, and even moisturizers contribute to perioral dermatitis.

The effects of hormones, sunlight, and stress can cause perioral dermatitis to be more severe. Perioral dermatitis is considered by some to be a variation of rosacea or a as distinct and separate skin condition.

The Benefits of Rosacea-Ltd

Rosacea Ltd users often have a difficult time describing what Rosacea-Ltd is, it's not a standard cream or lotion, many refer to it as a block, a soap, a stone or a bar. But all agree on their results - users of Rosacea-Ltd will generally begin to notice visible improvement in the appearance of their skin within 5 to 10 days. Almost all notice a substantial improvement of their symptoms within the first month, and even more improvements with continued use.

Rosacea Symptoms: Rhinophyma

Rhinophyma is a condition commonly associated with rosacea in which a slow growing benign tumor begins to form on the tip of the nose. This is due to hypertrophy of the sebaceous glands of the tip of nose. Rhinophyma appears as a pink, lobulated mass over the nose with superficial vascular dilation; mostly affects men past middle age. Rosacea patient seeks advice and treatment because of the unsightly appearance of the tumor, or obstruction in breathing and vision due to the large size of the tumor. Treatment consists of paring down the bulk of the tumor with sharp knife or carbon dioxide laser and the area allowed to re-epithelialise. Sometimes, tumor is completely excised and the raw area skin-grafted.