I had just started using a light otc Roc retinol for about a week, Porcelena hydroquinone 2% on dark spots, Prosacea for Rosacea on areas with visible blood vessels. I had a bad reaction yesterday, my skin became red a swollen in the areas I treated and the skin is now 24 hrs later is corse and looks as if it needs to peel with continued redness. I'm not sure if I have Rosacea Telangiectasia or if it's just sun damage, I don't have the bumps or pustules that are associated with Rosacea at times.
January 26, 2017
Answer: Redness and Reaction You have very sensitive skin and a combination of treatments such as the V-Beam, milk compresses, and topical emollients will all help. Since you have had a pretty bad reaction I would recommend that you avoid any irritating products including retinols in the future. Please consult an expert in Rosacea and sensitive skin for treatment and product suggestions. Best, Dr. Green
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January 26, 2017
Answer: Redness and Reaction You have very sensitive skin and a combination of treatments such as the V-Beam, milk compresses, and topical emollients will all help. Since you have had a pretty bad reaction I would recommend that you avoid any irritating products including retinols in the future. Please consult an expert in Rosacea and sensitive skin for treatment and product suggestions. Best, Dr. Green
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January 4, 2017
Answer: Redness on face The type and pattern of redness shown in the photo is more typical of an irritant reaction to a substance. Retinol, benzoyl peroxide, alcohol, fragrance, sunscreens.. all these chemicals/products can cause irritation in individuals with sensitive skin. That being said, it is still possible that you also have underlying rosacea and/or sun damage. Both rosacea, specifically the erythematotelangiectatic subtype, and sun damage ("poikiloderma") can cause redness and tiny blood vessels to appear on the face. Often, the 2 can look alike. It is not possible to diagnose you with rosacea or sun damage from this photo. Some differences: rosacea patients to to have very sensitive skin, that blushes and flushes easily; there is usually redness that appears in the middle of the cheeks; often tiny vessels can be seen too. You are right that rosacea can also have "bumps" or "pustules", however these are not always present in all patients. If you do have rosacea, retinol and hydroquinone may not be appropriate for you, as they can cause irritation. The best advice I can give you is to see a dermatologist with experience treating rosacea, as this is a chronic ongoing skin problem that deserves proper attention.
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January 4, 2017
Answer: Redness on face The type and pattern of redness shown in the photo is more typical of an irritant reaction to a substance. Retinol, benzoyl peroxide, alcohol, fragrance, sunscreens.. all these chemicals/products can cause irritation in individuals with sensitive skin. That being said, it is still possible that you also have underlying rosacea and/or sun damage. Both rosacea, specifically the erythematotelangiectatic subtype, and sun damage ("poikiloderma") can cause redness and tiny blood vessels to appear on the face. Often, the 2 can look alike. It is not possible to diagnose you with rosacea or sun damage from this photo. Some differences: rosacea patients to to have very sensitive skin, that blushes and flushes easily; there is usually redness that appears in the middle of the cheeks; often tiny vessels can be seen too. You are right that rosacea can also have "bumps" or "pustules", however these are not always present in all patients. If you do have rosacea, retinol and hydroquinone may not be appropriate for you, as they can cause irritation. The best advice I can give you is to see a dermatologist with experience treating rosacea, as this is a chronic ongoing skin problem that deserves proper attention.
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