Rosacea is fairly common inflammatory skin condition that primarily affects the central face. It's common in middle aged woman and people with Fitzpatrick skin types 1 and 2. Although there is no cure for rosacea, treatment can help control and reduce the signs and symptoms.
TYPES OF ROSACEA
CAUSES AND TRIGGERS:
The exact cause of rosacea is unknown, however various theories about the disorder's origin have evolved over the years and include a malfunction in the innate immune system, neurovascular system disorder, vascular changes, demodex mites and microbes and genetics. (source: www.rosasea.org)
Factors that may trigger rosacea include:
Temperature extremes
Sunlight
Hot baths and showers
Aerobic exercise
Stress / anxiety
Certain food and drinks such as alcohol, caffeine, hot drinks and spicy foods
Hormonal changes
Certain cosmetics and pharmaceuticals
RECOMMENDED TREATMENTS:
BESPOKE COMPLEXION CLEARING FACIAL
A gentle complexion-clearing and anti-inflammatory facial to soothe, re-hydrate and help active skin rejuvenation. The skin is gently cleansed and the top layer of dead skin cells removed, before an AHA+EGF Skin booster is applied, finishing with a soothing and calming sheet mask with long-lasting anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties. A course of 4 to 8 is advised leaving at least one week in between, in conjunction with CLINICCARE Pure home care.
IPL - REJUVENATION
SkinBase IPL can be used to treat rosacea and minimise redness and flushing. IPL works by using cut-off filters to provide a range of wavelengths. First, unwanted wavelengths of light are filtered out, and those remaining treat a specific structure. For rosacea, the wavelengths of light target the small blood vessels trapped at the skin’s surface. The light damages the blood vessels, stimulating the body’s healing responses. This process allows the body to identify the damage and naturally remove the blood vessels, which helps to reduce redness and flushing.
CLINICCARE PURE CHEMICAL PEEL
This superficial peel stimulates cell renewal and is suitable for treating acne, blackheads, comedones and the improvement of skin texture. It helps keep pores clean and unclogged and has keratolytic, anti-blackhead, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Suitable for Fitzpatrick skin types 1 to 4 and 18 years and over. Offered as a course of 4 to 8 is advised leaving at least one week in between, in conjunction with CLINICCARE Pure home care.
NANO INFUSION - CLINICCARE PURE
Because it provides a gentle alternative to more invasive modalities and provokes a repair response at the cellular level, nano infusion is an excellent choice for sensitive, reactive, or compromised skin.
RECOMMENDED HOMECARE:
CLINICCARE Pure Home Care
The Pure home care range contains bio identical low molecular Hyaluronic acid to plump and hydrate, EGF to encourage skin cell renewal, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory ingredients and other actives to soothe the skin. Applied daily and over time the products will help to achieve a clearer, healthier looking complexion.
CLINICCARE Dermo Corrective Cream SPF50 An all-in-one repair cream and SPF50 with a sheer tint. This moisturising day cream enhances the skin tone, corrects the complexion, and provides sun protection and regeneration to irritated skin. Available in a medium or darker shade to suit most skin tones.