Age Well with Dr Sophie Shotter A run-down on rosacea / sensitive skin
Dr. Sophie and Fiona discuss:
• Is it sensitivity or rosacea?
• The symptoms of sensitivity (possible links to other issues)
• The different types (and symptoms) of rosacea
• The importance of managing symptoms asap
• Fiona’s experience and how it cleared up
• Perimenopause and the link with acne rosacea
• Rosacea triggers
• Will HRT help?
• What causes rosacea?
• A link between rosacea and a stomach bacteria
• The role of stress
• Rosacea skincare / product recommendations
• Products labelled “hypoallergenic”
• What to look for in a skincare range
• Can you use acids?
• Can you use retinoids?
• Thoughts on SPF
• Topical antibiotics
• Ivermectin
• Roaccutane
• Low dose (oral) antibiotics
• Laser treatment
• Facials
• Peels
• LED light
• Prescription creams for flushing
• How muscle relaxants can help
• Gut health and rosacea
• Foods that could be a trigger
• Make-up
• Is taking skincare samples home…theft?!
• Who is most prone to rosacea?
• Darker skin types and rosacea
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Dr Sophie and Fiona mention a few brands, ideas, studies and individuals – all the links are here (press ‘episode website’ for the full list):
The cream Fiona was prescribed: https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/ivermectin-topical-application-route/side-effects/drg-20075441?p=1#:~:text=Ivermectin%201%25%20topical%20cream%20is,only%20with%20your%20doctor%27s%20prescription.
Sophie’s On Stella article https://www.onstella.com/the-latest/dryness-itchiness/a-guide-to-rosacea-menopause-treatment/
Research that shows a possible link between rosacea and a bacteria called helicobacter pylori https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6042414/
Sophie recommends:
Revision Skincare Gentle Cleansing Lotion
Meder Beauty Net-Apax Prebiotic Cleansing Mask
The Byoma range https://byoma.com/uk/
CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser
La Roche-Posay Toleriane range
Sophie also recommended PHAs - Polyhydroxy acids
NeoStrata’s Restore range
Sophie talked about azelaic acid
Sophie also flagged granactive retinoids
She talked about Elizabeth Arden Retinol + HPR Ceramide cream
Byoma’s Retinol oil with granactive retinoids
Meder Beauty Red Apex Concentrate
SkinCeuticals PhytoCorrective Serum
Synchrorose by SkinMed
La Roche-Posay’s Rosaliac Anti-Redness Intense Serum
Obagi Hydrate
Meder Beauty Salva Derm moisturiser
Sente Ultranourishing Cream
Heliocare Mineral Tolerance Fluid or their A-R Emulsion
Intradermology Synergy 6
La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF50+
The Vichy range of sunscreens
This is the Sali Hughes article Fiona mentions: https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2015/aug/29/rosacea-treatments-that-work-sali-hughes
Clarins’ Sensitive Skin Beauty Repair Concentrate is mentioned
Sophie mentions the Byonik laser https://illuminateskinclinic.co.uk/treatment/byonik-laser
We do have clinical studies that show a link between gut health and rosacea – here’s one https://www.dermatologytimes.com/view/skin-microbiota-linked-with-systemic-disease-rosacea
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Also… Rosalique 3 in 1 Anti-Redness Miracle Formula SPF 50
You could also try Avène Tinted Mineral Fluid SPF50+
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