ASCP Skin Deep

MAY | JUNE 2015

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Create your free business website! www.ascpskincare.com 7 beyond the basics Rosacea The esthetician's role by Mark Lees Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that affects millions of Americans, and mainly those over 30 years of age. The cause of rosacea is unknown, but it is believed to be genetic. Although it is commonly seen in people of Western European descent, this condition can affect anyone. Rosacea is a medical condition and should be formally diagnosed by a physician. There are several prescription topical drugs on the market that can help manage the disorder, although New Got a skin question for Mark Lees? Send it to editor@ascpskincare.com! column! no permanent cure is known. The esthetician can play a signifi cant role in the management of the condition by educating clients to avoid factors that can increase facial fl ushing and lead to rosacea fl aring up: the more often fl ares occur, the more severe the rosacea can become. Keeping the skin cool and calm is the objective—not only to minimize redness, but also to keep the disorder from progressing. This includes choosing proper skin care that helps reduce redness and fl ushing. There are four subtypes of rosacea. More than one may be present in the same person. • Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea is characterized by diffuse redness and dilated capillaries. The skin often has a dry, grainy texture. • Papulopustular rosacea presents as large acne-like papules. • Phymatous rosacea is the type that can cause rhinophyma (enlargement of the cartilage around the nose). It primarily affects the nose. • Ocular rosacea causes eye and eyelid redness. Styes and thickening of the eyelids may occur. Question: What are common triggers for fl ushing? ANSWER: The main trigger for fl ushing is heat, which includes sun exposure. Keeping the skin cool is important in helping reduce fl ushing and fl ares. Therefore, any treatment that involves heat—for example, using a facial steamer, hot towels, or a thermal mask—should be avoided. Intense exercise has also been known to cause fl ushing and fl ares due to increased body temperature. While exercise is important for good health, persons with rosacea should avoid exercising in the sun, and try to keep as cool as possible while exercising. Swimming is a good choice.

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