If you suffer from frequent flare-ups and the aggravating redness and blotchiness associated with Rosacea, do not wait any longer. Rosaceais a skin condition that must be kept under control to prevent it from expanding and getting worse. ZENMED has created a line of Rosacea products that not only handle the flare ups, as they occur but also look toward the future. Products that promote healthy skin are very important and we believe that preventive therapy is the key in treating any condition. ZENMED is the creator of the internationally recognized line of skin therapies aimed specifically at skin suffering from the symptoms of Rosacea. If you have not tried them lately, you may be missing out on that clear complexion for longer than necessary. ZENMED products are people tested and scientifically formulated to help the millions out there that have tried the usual approaches to treating Rosacea. These treatments range from costly prescriptions to lasers, and have had little or no relief. Try a carefully thought out approach and see the results get better, GUARANTEED! Rosacea - Is it a Common Condition? It is estimated that over 16 million people in North Americans alone have the skin condition known as Rosacea and many more are often misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all. This is the reason why so many people try traditional prescription treatments to no avail. Is Rosacea more Common in Certain Skin Types? Yes, Rosacea often manifests itself in Caucasian and very fair skin, often with those that have skin commonly called Porcelain. This type is skin is often highly sensitive to heat, wind, cold and especially the sun. Years of exposure to these elements often manifests into more severe cases of Rosacea later in life like Rhinophyma, yet many are genetically predisposed to having Rosacea at any age. The severity, however, increases as you age and hence managing your condition is of the utmost importance. The Medical Breakdown of Rosacea Rosacea is caused by the dilation of tiny blood vessels close to the surface of the skin. This causes the skin to break out with blotchy red areas called papules. A papule is a red solid elevated inflammatory skin lesion without pus (unless the papule is severe). These papules have three classifications; minor, moderate and severe. A minor Rosacea papule is the size of a small measles lesion. A moderate Rosacea papule is the size of a pencil eraser. A severe papule is the size of a coin and also contains pustules (pus-filled inflammatory bumps).
Pre-Rosacea: the first cardinal sign of Rosacea: blood vessels dilate to more stimuli, open wider and stay open for longer periods of time compared to normal persons. No visible damage can normally be seen. Mild Rosacea: begins when the facial redness induced by flushing persists for an abnormal length of time - usually 1/2 an hour or more after a trigger. Those who have frequent pre-Rosacea flushing are highly susceptible to progressing to mild Rosacea. Some of the common triggers for a facial flush are heat, cold, emotions, exercise, topical irritants and allergic reactions. Moderate Rosacea: as facial flushing becomes more frequent and intense, vascular damage occurs. This can result in long lasting redness, swelling and inflammatory papules and pustules. Telangiectasia (damaged micro blood vessels, often visible on the surface of the skin) may be noticed in the areas where flushing is worst. Severe Rosacea: characterised by intense bouts of facial flushing, severe inflammation, facial pain, swelling and burning sensations. Sufferers may develop intolerance to products they were able to use before. Also inflammatory papules, pustules and nodules may be present. Some experience a bulbous enlargement of the nose, known as rhinophyma. This is just a guide, you may of course experience symptoms outside these ranges. Managing Skin with Rosacea The key to managing skin with Rosacea is recognizing that the skin is suffering an inflammatory response. Absolutely no way should harsh cleansers and toners be used. The natural oils on the skin must be regulated to allow the skin to form it’s own defenses against any harmful bacteria or environmental distress. We recommend the following regime as a starting point for treatment. Daily Tips For All Rosacea Sufferers:
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