Skin care helps rosacea

If you suffer from rosacea a recent study by the National Rosacea Society reveals that regular skin care can help. In the study, 1,273 rosacea patients indicated that 91% had modified their skin care procedures to help control symptoms, including washing the face twice a day using the fingertips only; avoiding abrasive washcloths; using mild soaps or non-soap cleansers; and using moisturizers. Very few indicated using astringents, exfoliating agents or anything to aggravate the sensitive skin.

More information about rosacea or this survey is available at www.rosacea.org

To protect against sun exposure, 61% use sunscreen; more than 94% use topical medication for their rosacea; 47% of the women use standard makeup; and 14% use green-tinted makeup to help conceal the redness. Ingredients reported to burn, sting or aggravate the skin of various rosacea patients include alcohol, witch hazel, fragrance, menthol, peppermint and eucalyptus oil.

More information about rosacea or this survey is available at www.rosacea.org.

 

Attitude

The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude to me is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than money. than circumstances, than failures, than success,than what other people think or say. It is more important than appearance, giftedness or skill. It will make or break a company ... a church ... a home.

I am convinced that life is 10% of what happens to me and 90% how I react to it.

The remarkable thing is that we have a choice every day regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day. We cannot change our past ... we cannot change the fact that people will act in a certain way. We cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can do is lay on the one string we have, and that is our attitude. I am convinced that life is 10% of what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. And so it is with you. We are in charge of our attitudes.

By Charles Swindoll, courtesy of Spa Sydell

 

Stamp of approval

The Skin Cancer Foundation recently awarded Code Melanin-XP sunglasses its official Seal of Recommendation, citing that the line offers maximum UV protection and aids in the prevention of sun-induced damage to the skin around the eyes, cataracts and macular degeneration. The sunglasses were created to address the potential danger of liv rays as well as high-energy visible (HEy) light, a hazardous component of sunlight that can lead to blindness, and are made using a patented technology that infuses the lenses with melanin. 800-754-6490

 

Ultrasound for the skin

Ultrasound combines a high-touch treatment with the high-tech of the 21st century, offering a number of positive effects that facilitate rejuvenation to improve the appearance of the skin.

When a conventional facial massage is given, the hands provide an average of three vibrations per second; ultrasound gives three million vibrations per second. This high-frequency massage can help soften scars, improve skin tone and increase skin elasticity.

Ultrasound also creates friction and increases local heat, which increases the activity of skin cells. By doing this, production of collagen and elastin increases, toning the skin. Increased temperature also stimulates blood flow to the area, bringing with it more oxygen and nutrients for healing. Another benefit of increased blood flow is an increased lymph flow, removing toxins and waste products.

The combined stimulatory effects of ultrasound firm the skin and help breakup scars, and counteract the factors that underlie the signs of premature aging.

Ultrasound is gentle, safe and provides rapid results. Used with an effective home care regimen, it has become a significant advance in serious skin care. Although ultrasound must be performed under the supervision of a physician, discuss the benefits with your skin care professional.